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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 March 22, 2025

Reviewed in March 2025
Mr. Gantt was so kind came out on a Saturday because we had no water. Diagnosed the problem and fixed it. Very friendly, I will recommend him to anyone having issues. Thank you Mr. Gantt!
Carolina Well Drillers, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2023
Will came today to repair our natural stone shower. He did an excellent job caulking the floor to wall seams and the corners. We called Will because we were seeing grout accumulating in the drain trough of the shower. We found there were cracks along the floor joints and in the corners and...
Eminent Flooring & More
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Reviewed in September 2022
Thomas and Holden very respectful and helpful with our plumbing needs. They worked with us every step of the way and made sure we were happy with the final product.
Done Honey, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
Pedro installed ceramic tile for me. His work is excellent. He was very professional. He did everything he said he would do. He completed the job in a timely manner. Pedro completely cleaned up all mess from the job site
Blue Ridge Handyman
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Reviewed in August 2021
I am very happy with the good work that Trust Haven Solution does. I highly recommend this company.
Trust Haven Solution, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2021
Amazing company! First, Chuck visited, assessed what was needed to be done. Cale then arrived this AM, spending most of the day wiring in a new transfer switch, routing the input socket to the outside of the home. I do not believe Iâ ve witnessed a more professional job. He then tested each...
Raycraft Electric Co.
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Reviewed in March 2021
Daniel was extremely thorough and Professional. I had a few questions and concerns about buying this home, Daniel was personable and willing to make sure I understood everything. He walked through things that would need to be done and (when I ask) gave an estimated time frame I would want to...
Blue Ridge Home Inspections
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Reviewed in May 2020
We had several quotes for the trees we needed to be removed. Gonzales was willing to come in lower than everyone else. They wanted the job, and they seemed both honest and hard working. We hired them. It was a family operation, including wife, grandfather, and child. Yahir was the best at...
Gonzales Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2018
Basement & Radon Solutions was contacted to check levels in our basement. After a long testing, our levels read 8 which required a mitigation system. The installers arrived on time, did a neat job putting in the system, and thoroughly explained the system when they were finished. A follow-up...
Basement & Radon Solutions
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Reviewed in February 2018
Rodon Removal System~ It looks better than I thought it would and it was installed so quickly by Stuedemann Company. We did a re-check with a "quick test" 2 days after the installation. We ran the Radon test for 4 days, and our results came down from 5.3 to 0.8pCi/L and we are thrilled with...
Stuedemann Radon Resolutions
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It is strongly advised not to touch or disturb asbestos-containing materials unless necessary. Asbestos fibers can be released into the air when the material is damaged or disturbed, posing serious health risks if inhaled. It is best to leave any handling of asbestos to trained professionals who can remove the asbestos safely.

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

In the event of suspected or confirmed asbestos contamination on the body, it is imperative to take immediate measures to reduce health risks. To avoid further exposure, carefully remove contaminated clothing and shower thoroughly to remove any asbestos fibers. Seek prompt medical attention, and inform your healthcare professional about your suspected asbestos exposure. Since asbestos-related health issues can take years to surface, regular medical check-ups are advised for anyone with a history of exposure.

It is not recommended to drill into asbestos siding because doing so can release hazardous asbestos fibers into the air. The safest way to handle asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate them.

Asbestos has many beneficial properties, including fire resistance, strength, and chemical resistance. It is also an excellent insulator, which is why it was used in pipe insulation and other building materials for decades. For all its benefits, asbestos is dangerous for human health, which is why it was eventually banned from use in certain products.

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