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 do you identify asbestos tiles?

• <div>If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-tell-if-you-have-asbestos-floor-tile.htm">Asbestos tiles</a> can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.</div>

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Reviewed in April 2026
Great experience! John was so quick to get a tile sample, get it tested for asbestos, and, when the test came back positive, get the asbestos removed asap without any mess! We didn't have to alter our kitchen remodel timeline at all despite the setback thanks to their great work.
JACX Group, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2024
In ground pool was totally redone from tile work, to copping stones, to new marcite. It received a total face lift. And Bob (the owner of Prestiege Pools) made sure that the work was done by his team of professionals without a hitch. Impressive experience! Thank you Bob!
Prestige Pools Inc
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Reviewed in September 2021
Excellent work with a specialty in stain work!
Uneek Painting
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Reviewed in April 2021
Mr. McGaughy was a pleasure, Very thorough in explaining the removal process of asbestos in my crawl space. Sent me is asbestos license. He was fast and timely with the removal at a very fair price. We talked about some interior demo work and he explained that asbestos could be in the wood...
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Reviewed in January 2020
Very professional,knowledgeable. And personable. Explained my options,did the necessary work, tested and cleaned up the work area. The best experience I have ever had with a plumbing job.
WaterWork Plumbing
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Reviewed in June 2017
I randomly chose Mike's name from a list of certified lead inspectors/assessors from the state's website and could not have been more pleased. He was 15 minutes early, explained everything in detail, and made sure he tested anything that worried me because he knew that I was paranoid. I would...
Michigan Lead Paint Inspectors Inc
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Reviewed in April 2016
Very professional. Took the time to listen to my concerns and answer my questions. Were specific in what was being done and explained the follow-up after getting test results.
Shawn Taylor & Associates, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2015
In November I gave them a $700 deposit. The inspector came that day and inspected the crawl space. When the workers came in February, they noticed what appeared to be asbestos, so they refused to do the work. They have my $700 and refuse to give it back. I feel like I can't trust them when they...
Foundation Systems of Michigan
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Reviewed in October 2014
BDS was so great to work with. I've had a lot of concerns about the asbestos pipe insulation in our basement, ever since we bought our house. James came out and was very knowledgeable, explained to me exactly what would happen in the remediation process, and answered all of my questions. The...
BDS Environmental
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Reviewed in March 2014
Schick Sprinkling Systems was an initial random call using Angie's List. When I spoke with the Company representative and gave her my address, we were both surprised that Shick was the company that had installed and serviced the sprinkler system for the prior owner many years before. ...
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Asbestos was commonly used in cloth wiring, but not all types of cloth wiring contain it. The age, condition, and appearance of the wiring can provide clues as to whether asbestos is present or not, but the only way to know for sure if the wiring has asbestos is to have it tested.

While asbestos can’t be directly absorbed through the skin—the fibers are too big—skin contact can still produce symptoms. Contact dermatitis can flare up in sensitive individuals but in most cases, the danger from asbestos comes from inhaling the fibers, or dust, that is produced when asbestos is disturbed. If you touch asbestos by accident, immediately wash yourself and your clothes.

Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.

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

If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. Asbestos tiles can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.

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