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 prepare for asbestos testing?

• <div><p>Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.</p></div>

Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-asbestos.htm">how to clean asbestos</a> safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.</p></div>

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Mad City Windows & Baths
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Yes they did a great job. Lots of clean up but they were consistent and I really appreciated there work
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Reviewed in November 2024
We had Matt come out in September to help us with our messed up well situation. We had been advised we'd need an all new well at a cost of 20k+. Matt took a look, figured out the issue and created a custom solution that WORKS for a tiny fraction of the cost of a new well. We've got...
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Reviewed in October 2023
Prompt, reliable, professional, no b.s., great communication. They treat yours like itâ s their own. Will use again in the future.
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You can tell that they were not beginners. Everything went better than expected and the price was more than fair. I highly recommend Legacy Bath!
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Drew remodeled a bathroom for me a few years back. Due to structural issues, rotted wood and a quirky design, it turned into a much larger project than anticipated. He took the time to do things right and somehow got the jacuzzi tub in place and did an excellent job with the tile work. I would...
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The guys at Unlimited Masonry are absolutely phenomenal at what they do. From the time I got the quote to the work to the work being done the whole process was extremely easy. Their customer service, quality of work, timeliness, and extremely competitive pricing makes working with this company...
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Great work and very good customer service would definitely use this company again
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Very professional and detailed inspection. Scott walked through all the concerns the client and I had. The inspection report was easy to understand and communication was fantastic.
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Reviewed in August 2021
Very polite and the work was done exactly how I wanted it!
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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.

Asbestos testing is conducted by collecting samples from materials suspected to contain asbestos and analyzing them in laboratories for confirmed presence.

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.

If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn how to clean asbestos safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.

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