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>

Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div><p>No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.</p></div>

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>

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Q: Does knob and tube wiring have asbestos?

• <div><p>Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/knob-and-tube-electrical-wiring-safe.htm">generally not considered safe</a>. 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.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to get results from asbestos testing?

• <div><p>Testing and analysis take 10 days to 2 weeks. Expedited services are available for urgent situations typically requiring higher fees.</p></div>

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Very professional quality work and products . Happy with the results
Perfection Metal Roofing, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2022
Very helpful to work with and smooth process.
WBI Insulation & Building
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Reviewed in August 2022
After the testing, I was called and my test report sent to me. The test expert on the phone went over the results with me. He told me what the numbers meant and then explained that I had 3 of the most toxic molds growing in my house. He said that the results were so concerning, he then...
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Reviewed in August 2021
Keepin’ It Clean did an absolutely wonderful job! They were very professional, brought all of their own supplies and left my home sparkling clean! I will definitely be calling them again!
Keepin' It Clean Services LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
All of the people I had contract with were very helpful and courteous. I tried to compare them with another company and the other company could not compete in testing or price
Tri-County Water Conditioning
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Reviewed in July 2017
CJ and his crew did a marvelous job with sodding my lawn and installing sprinkler system. Using a variety of heads, spray patterns and pressures, they were able to efficiently provide 100% coverage of both the front and back lawns. CJ is a certified green industry professional and was very...
Caps Nursery & Landscape
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Reviewed in September 2015
Went well. He checked and verified wiring against schematics. Tested the unit. Also tested gas pressures. <br />
AJAX HEATING & AIR COND INC
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<p>The thing that made this repair difficult is the visible surface is heavily textured with no random pattern. This texture is so unique that another excellent painter declined to even bid because he knew he couldn't match it. Mark did such a good job it is truly undetectable. It is not...
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Reviewed in August 2014
I have only had to test once a month but they respond and can tell me my location. I have the mobile geographical positioning system version. I have a necklace and a bracelet and find both to be useful based on my needs for the day.
Medical Care Alert
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Reviewed in May 2013
He was there early and already had done some outside inspection. He was very friendly and informative and didn't mind that we followed him around everywhere. He tested all the appliances and the tub, checked how doors closed and smoke detectors locations. He discounted our price since there...
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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.

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

No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.

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.

Testing and analysis take 10 days to 2 weeks. Expedited services are available for urgent situations typically requiring higher fees.

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