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• <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>

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Last update on August 19, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
I have known Heriberto and he has done work for me for 5+ years. He has done plumbing and home remodel work for me. He is always on time and does not quit until the job is done right. I trust him to get things done on time and correct the first time.
Heribertos Complete Services
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Reviewed in December 2024
Wonderful. So much had to be done in both of my homes I sapphire n c
Holly Forest Tree Service
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Reviewed in November 2023
We have owned this house for several years and our shower and tub has never looked so clean. Heck I did not even know the color of the tile was this light!
JL Cleaning
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Reviewed in March 2023
Very pleased with the results even though the machine broke down when they started to work. They quickly found another one and worked overtime to complete the job.
The Grout Medic of Clearwater & St. Petersburg
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Reviewed in February 2023
Been using this company for 16 years. I recommend them for house cleaning. Trustworthy and easy conscientious. .
Jessie's House & Carpet Cleaning 1.877.CLEANING
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Reviewed in April 2022
Noel did a great job with our remodeling bathroom project. His rates are very fair and he is prompt. He cleans up his site area very well and will guarantee his work for a period of time. After the installation of toilets and faucets were complete - we had an issue with a shower mixer - without...
ND Plumbing
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Reviewed in March 2021
Gabriel was very specific and thorough in both his explanation and his investigation. I received my results in a short period of time and fortunately needed no further investigation, but he had a list of companies I could have used had I needed to pursue it further. I would definitely recommend...
Mold Testing Services, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
If you want to be ripped off, then use Billy Bell plumbing. I had a main line water leak that I called them about. They came out and I showed them exactly where the leak was, but they wanted to do a leak search to locate additional leaks. Six (6) days later, I had a bill for $3050, $550 for leak...
BILLY BELL PLUMBING INC
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Reviewed in April 2020
We were blown away by the work that A Healthy Home did. We called Kip after being told by a local mold inspector that we needed to move out because we had toxic mold! Kip assured us that they could handle the mold mitigation and then even had a 3rd party mold test to verify the results! I would...
A Healthy Home
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Reviewed in November 2018
From my viewpoint, it was a fantastic job. Steve and Gary showed up on time and started dismantling the old system immediately. As they broken down the old system, the leak in the outside unit was located. By the end of the first day, they had the Emergency Heat running so I had heat for the...
All Service Heating & Air
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The cost for asbestos testing typically ranges from $400 to $800. The final price depends on several factors, including the number of samples needed, the size and age of the property, and the professional's expertise required for comprehensive testing. Larger or older properties may have higher costs.

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

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

Asbestos fibers can stay airborne for 48 to 72 hours, depending on the home's ventilation. Fibers can linger longer in enclosed spaces with poor airflow. Because the fibers are microscopic, they can easily remain suspended, making them difficult to detect without professional equipment.

In the 1980s, the use of asbestos in house siding materials underwent a significant decline, ultimately being phased out by the mid-1980s to early 1990s. This change was largely due to a growing awareness of the severe health risks associated with asbestos exposure, particularly its link to lung diseases and cancers. With increased public concern and regulatory agency involvement, building codes and regulations were updated to restrict the use of asbestos in construction materials.

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