Is asbestos commonly found in older homes?

• <div><p>Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since. </p></div>

How do I report exposure to asbestos?

• <div><p>According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:</p><ul><li><p>Asbestos subject matter experts in your state </p></li><li><p>EPA regional office</p></li><li><p>Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone</p></li><li><p>EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2024
On 9/12/2024 Michael Bonsby did a hot water tank flush for us. At that time they took a water sample for a water quality test. We have well water, and have noticed tastes in it, so it is important that we know if there are water quality issues. After not hearing back about the results of the...
Michael Bonsby Heating & Air Conditioning LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
They are very responsive and willing to come for a free checkup first before any testing should be done. They did a thorough walkthru and explained a lot of things to me. I haven't hired them for the work since we are still waiting for the test result. But I will hire them if it turns out we...
ES Environmental Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
My only criticism is he did not test the AQ of my basement.
EnviroPure
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Reviewed in May 2020
Excellent. Wanted an inspection to test for noisy pipes. They reduced water pressure and also checked the expansion tank on the water heater. Problems fixed in a few minutes.
Joseph plumbing & drain
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Reviewed in June 2019
Electrician thoroughly explained the test he conducted to eliminate possible causes to the problem
Beyond Current
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Reviewed in June 2019
Prompt and thorough. Tested door several times and fine tuned it to my satisfaction.
Beltway Garage Door, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2019
Professional response to calls, prompt scheduling, punctual arrival. Testing and evaluation were thorough including attic and crawlspace. Tested outdoor air for control and multiple indoor sites. Received detailed, thorough report via email ~1 week later, which included many photos taken on...
Inlogix Enterprises LLC
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Reviewed in June 2017
The plumber was professional and called me 45 minutes before he arrived. He did a through survey of all the faucets, toilets, exposed piping, and water heater for problems and leaks. I did have a problem with one of the toilets not flushing forcefully enough, and he was able to fix it. The...
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
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Reviewed in October 2016
It went very well. Mike described what he thought was the problem and how he proposed to fix it. Once we agreed, he went to work by first clearing out the area in which he needed to work. Once the drain was unclogged, he tested by running water into the basin sink and running water from the...
Air, Plumbing & Heating Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in September 2016
well. He made the holes and fixed the pipe and tested for no more leaks. no leaks after job compltetion.
24/7 Plumbing & Drain, LLC
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Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and generally not considered safe. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.

Asbestos is absolutely cancerous. In fact, around 4% of all lung cancer cases are the result of asbestos exposure. This is why we recommend a full, professional removal and cleaning of any asbestos found in your home. If you are unsure whether there is any present, you should call a pro who will inspect your property.

While a professional can always help, there are some common plumbing culprits you can check yourself to see if you can find the sewer gas smell. For example, you should check your water traps, sometimes called P-traps and S-traps, which are located under sink, shower, and laundry drains. The wax ring beneath the base of your toilet, which creates a watertight seal with the plumbing, could also have gone bad.

Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:

Asbestos subject matter experts in your state
EPA regional office
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone
EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax

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