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>

Is it safe to cover an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div>Some pros may recommend covering a popcorn ceiling that tests positive for asbestos with beadboard ceiling planks or drywall. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-install-beadboard-over-popcorn-ceiling.htm">cost to install a beadboard ceiling</a> averages more than $5,000, but you likely will pay more than the average for the installer to deal with the asbestos safely. Installing a beadboard ceiling or new drywall will disturb the asbestos and release some microscopic fibers, so the installer will need to take precautions. </div>

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Reviewed in June 2025
Scheduled a backflow test with this company. The test failed, and they quoted $450 for the repair and retest. I declined, paid the $150 test fee, and contacted two other licensed companies. Both offered straightforward solutions, completed the repair, and included the re-test ? total cost:...
Great Provider Plumbing Company, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2025
They came out and tested the pool to confirm the source of the stain on the liner.
Pool Scouts of Livingston County
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Reviewed in May 2023
This was for a perk test. They came out and had a back hoe ready to accommodate the time I scheduled
At Your Disposal
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Reviewed in February 2021
I needed a Radon Test done. They came out the same day, I got the test results the next day. They were nice people.
Michigan First, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2020
This is one of the best contractors I've ever dealt with. Although small in size, they stand out in quality and responsiveness. I originally hired them to install a gas line to my masonry fireplace and during the process Scott Kern, the owner, noticed that my boiler sounded like it was...
Kern Mechanical, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2020
I put my request onto Home Advisor one evening and had a phone call at 9:00AM the next day. John came out at 2:00 the same day and took samples for asbestos testing. I had the results the next day. John came out on the day we agreed on and did the work. Quickly and cleanly. Very professional.
JACX Group, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2019
Mike tested our basement tile for asbestos. He was quick to respond to our Home Advisor request and we had a visit scheduled the next day. He provided a very reasonable quote to remove the tile if the asbestos test came back positive. In the end, our tile did not contain asbestos, so we were...
Global Green Service Group, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2018
THE WORK PERFORMED WAS EXCELLENT. THE PLUMBER WAS LATE FOR THE APPOINTMENT, BUT HE DID CALL AND INFORM ME. HE HAS NOT FOLLOWED UP. HE WAS SUPPOSED TO GET SOME TESTS BUT I HAVE NOT HEARD BACK. THE COST WAS REALLY HIGH. HE USED LESS THAN $10.00 IN MATERIALS. HE WAS ON THE JOB ABOUT 2 HOURS. ...
Brock-Hill Mechanical, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2018
John took the time to educate me on regulations and resources available. I would definitely use his company for testing, remediation and consultation.
MG Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2017
Great they tested 2 identified samples and it came back negative, processed overnight, and so was able to get the project back started again.
Absolute Laboratories Inc
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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.

No, but it’s common that they do. Gravity furnaces weren’t terribly efficient so wrapping either the ductwork in asbestos, the furnace itself, or both, was something done regularly. This allowed the system to retain more heat. At the time, this greatly enhanced the efficiency of the furnaces but it wasn’t until later that we became aware of just how carcinogenic and dangerous asbestos could be.

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

Some pros may recommend covering a popcorn ceiling that tests positive for asbestos with beadboard ceiling planks or drywall. The cost to install a beadboard ceiling averages more than $5,000, but you likely will pay more than the average for the installer to deal with the asbestos safely. Installing a beadboard ceiling or new drywall will disturb the asbestos and release some microscopic fibers, so the installer will need to take precautions.

If you suspect exposure to asbestos, prioritize seeking medical advice by informing your healthcare provider about the potential exposure with clear details about the circumstances that led to the exposure. Regular health check-ups and screenings if you work in high-risk industries or live in a home with asbestos are essential for early detection of any asbestos-related conditions. You should also consider consulting occupational health experts or legal professionals for guidance on potential next steps and preventive measures.

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