Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-i-tell-if-house-has-asbestos.htm">Asbestos</a> can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:<ul><li>Acoustic ceiling tiles</li><li>Furnace insulation</li><li>Home appliances</li><li>Fire-retardant clothing</li><li>Cement pipe</li><li>Pipe insulation</li><li>Wall and ceiling insulation</li><li>Vehicle brake pads</li><li>Vinyl flooring</li><li>Sprayed acoustic ceilings</li><li>Stove insulation</li><li>Patching compounds</li><li>Textured paints</li><li>Roofing shingles</li><li>Siding</li></ul></div>

How long does it take for asbestos to harm you?

• <div>According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:<ul><li>Amount of exposure</li><li>Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers</li><li>Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos</li><li>Genetic factors </li><li>Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)</li></ul></div>

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Reviewed in February 2026
Very great job and very nice!! Fixed toliet, and installed new faucets. He also adjusted the hot water heater thermostat
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Reviewed in October 2022
Green Genie responded to challenge, they were prompt very polite and best of all brought life back to the carpets. And we also had our dry vent looked at, I’m glad we did it was filthy, Thanks
Green Genie Clean
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Reviewed in September 2022
I would absolutely recommend this company for any plumbing needs. They are very kind and a pleasure to have in your home. Iâ ll be calling again very soon myself, as they did such a professional job.
Royal Flush Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
Dave and Chris arrived on time and began their work removing a molded fiberglass tub/shower combination. They began work immediately and were finished installing a Kohler walk in bath by mid-afternoon. I worked for many years as a plumber, and I am familiar with what can go wrong. Their work was...
Newpro Operating, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
Very prompt reponse. Short wait for appointment. Excellent job. Will definitely use them again. Highly recommend!
C and C Property Maintenance
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Reviewed in January 2018
Michael was professional and kept everything organized and clean. He explained what he was doing and options for solving any problems. We are excited to try Baker Brothers for the service contract for our heating and air also. It was not possible to determine the make of the cartridge for...
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You can tell if old flooring has asbestos if thick black flooring adhesive is underneath the tiles. However, homeowners should not cut into linoleum floors to look for this adhesive. Instead, hiring a specialist to test the floors is the only safe way to determine if old flooring has asbestos.

Asbestos can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:

Acoustic ceiling tiles
Furnace insulation
Home appliances
Fire-retardant clothing
Cement pipe
Pipe insulation
Wall and ceiling insulation
Vehicle brake pads
Vinyl flooring
Sprayed acoustic ceilings
Stove insulation
Patching compounds
Textured paints
Roofing shingles
Siding

Although the use of asbestos has declined since the 1980s, it remains in several different types of building construction materials for insulation and as a fire retardant. Typically, asbestos can be found in materials such as ceiling and floor tiles, heat-resistant fabrics and coatings, and roof shingles. You may also find asbestos in textured paint and patching compounds.

According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:

Amount of exposure
Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers
Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos
Genetic factors
Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)

Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.

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