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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 July 07, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
I used ANGI for the first time and AS Plumbing and Heating contacted me promptly. They were able to provide services the same day. The service was exceptional and price was very reasonable. I would highly recommend this company and will use them in the future.
AS Plumbing & Heating LLC
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Reviewed in July 2025
Mike at Granite State Inspection responded quickly, was a complete professional, showed up early, and completed the job on time. My follow up phone call questions were answered honestly and the inspection reports delivered to me the following day. I will use him again.
Granite State Inspection Services
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Reviewed in April 2025
Brandon explained the process. He did an exceptional job and paid special attention to problem areas of which made the final result amazing.! Looks like a brand new house! I would highly recommend.
Sudsbury Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in May 2024
The team did a great job. The original toilet I purchased was not the right size. They had to come back after I had to exchange it. The original person put in a faucet in the back, which was not part of the original request. The gentlemen were very friendly and professional. I will hire them...
Action Plumbing Heating And Air
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Reviewed in February 2024
Awesome Job! On time, Friendly, Professional, Knowledgeable . Does quality work at a reasonable price. He installed a new Kitchen Faucet and water filtration system. We would use him again.
Beck and Call Property Services, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
I was very pleased with the bathroom reno that Dany and his sons did. I spent 20 years in the kitchen & bath remodeling business and Iâ ve had contractors come and go. This was a good experience and I am already planning to work with them again.
Bathrooms Revitalized
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Reviewed in March 2022
John is kind and to the point. He did a thorough inspection and was transparent with any and all findings. A pleasure to work with!
True North Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2021
What I got out of the contact was a referral to Harry Wells Plumbing. They did a great job, but they did not mention upfront that there was a minimum of a 1-hour charge for the work. When I received the bill as he left he still did not mention it. The bill was very high for less than 30 minutes...
Proactive Comfort
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Reviewed in July 2020
On June 8th 2020 I purchased a 2006 vehicle from Walter D. Melevsky. This vehicle had been registered to Go Green Landscaping Inc as a commercial vehicle. Although there was no implied warranty Mr. Melevsky stated that the vehicle was in perfect working order and there were no issues that he was...
Go Green Landscaping
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Reviewed in December 2019
Warren was great he contacted me right away. He was very informative. Unfortunately / fortunately, the asbestos tested negative and I did not need the service. If ever needed again, I would contact Silver Environmental -- Warren
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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

Asbestos-containing materials are not easily affected by water and do not disintegrate or dissolve when exposed to it. However, porous materials can deteriorate due to water exposure, leading to the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The settling of asbestos fibers can also occur as water makes them heavy, which reduces the risk of airborne exposure, though future disturbance of the materials could cause risk. Wetting asbestos-containing materials does not constitute safe removal, and the proper handling and disposal of asbestos materials should be left to professionals.

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.

Unfortunately, asbestos is not easily identified and can often be hidden in plain sight in your home. While it can look like fluffy fibers, tiny pieces can also appear in materials like plastic or cement, making it impossible to identify on your own properly.

Plus, since asbestos is so dangerous when disturbed, you should never root around to try and find it. This job is best for a professional who can test for the material properly.

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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