Do you always have to remove asbestos wiring?

• <div><p>If you have an older electrical system with fraying wires and other signs of damage, removal may be the best course of action. When asbestos begins to break down, it's more likely to become airborne, increasing the risk of health issues when it's inhaled.</p><p>However, if the system is in good condition and doesn't have visible signs of wear or damage, leaving it alone may be the safest course of action. An asbestos abatement and removal professional can help you determine the best way to proceed.</p></div>

What year did they stop putting asbestos in linoleum?

• <div><p>Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.</p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2022
We were very appreciative of the fact that they came immediately to do the testing and had a very quick turn around time. They were very professional and recommended a wonderful contractor to come and do the abatement. The whole project from testing to abatement was done in 5 days!
Sky Environmental Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2021
Very knowledgeable , helpful and caring Provided followup Calls and advice Would highly recommend to anyone who needs testing
Standard Inspection, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
Excellent. Bob and his assistant were prompt, courteous and obviously know what they are doing. Bob spoke candidly and agreed that I was in pretty good shape and the work that needed to be done could wait until the spring. He was reassuring and reasonable. Inspected both chimneys and took out...
Top Hat & Tails Corp Professional Chimney Services
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Reviewed in November 2020
Chris, was very knowledgeable and explained that he would do testing in several areas of our home as well as a control sample outside. We discussed where we thought there might be issues. The test came back a few days later and to our surprise we were OK. Chris explained the results and said at...
Renew Restoration, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2019
Their Mold Test Specialist, Lennin, is the reason for the 5 Star review. He is very knowledgeable, helpful and thorough with his Job. However I am still waiting on the results and follow up from the main office...
Mold Test Company NJ
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Reviewed in April 2018
I was having carpet installed. The installers said I had asbestos under the carpet on the stairs and would not pull up the old carpet and install new. I called Greg from GR - he came over the next day, looked at the area and said he didnt think it was asbestos but he could test it. I asked the...
Gr Tech LLC
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Reviewed in August 2017
Simply put they informed the State on a pressure test failure. The leak was later determined to be on the top and there was no oil spillage. Unfortunately their faulty information lead to numerous encounters with the state etc. They were trying to get the soil remediation job too. DO NOT USE.
ADS Environmental
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Reviewed in May 2017
I called ACE because I need a mold test in my basement before I could close on a house sale. I call them short notice and they were able to give me an assessment very quickly. They performed testing and got the results back to me sooner I anticipated. They were professional and on time. I would...
Ace Cleaning and Restoration
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Reviewed in April 2017
fantastic. all tests were done. Gas did needed to be topped. and the a/c ran perfectly.
Service Professionals Inc
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Reviewed in March 2017
We were very satisfied with the entire process from start to finish. The pricing was very competitive and the service we received was stellar. I would highly recommend Iris to anyone looking for lab testing and/or surveys.
Iris Environmental Laboratories
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There are products that still contain asbestos, but they were typically installed decades ago. Common places where you may still find asbestos-containing materials are in siding, wrapped around ductwork, in older appliances (i.e., stove and gravity furnaces), and in floors. Asbestos was primarily used as an insulator, so anywhere in an older home where you lose heat is where you will most likely find asbestos.

If you have an older electrical system with fraying wires and other signs of damage, removal may be the best course of action. When asbestos begins to break down, it's more likely to become airborne, increasing the risk of health issues when it's inhaled.

However, if the system is in good condition and doesn't have visible signs of wear or damage, leaving it alone may be the safest course of action. An asbestos abatement and removal professional can help you determine the best way to proceed.

While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

Epoxying over asbestos tiles is generally considered a safe option when done correctly. Epoxy acts as a sealant, encapsulating the asbestos tiles and preventing the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The key is ensuring that the asbestos tiles are in good condition, firmly adhered to the substrate, and not damaged or deteriorating. This method is only appropriate for tiles that are undamaged and securely in place. If the asbestos tiles are already loose, damaged, or deteriorating, encapsulating them with epoxy may not be a sufficient solution, as it might not address the potential for ongoing asbestos exposure.

Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.

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