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>

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Reviewed in August 2024
The job was well done and my plumbing problem was resolved.
RWM Sewer & Drain Cleaning LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
I am a happy customer. Very pleased with their work.
Velazquez Landscaping & Fencing, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
Absolutely love the work Delsea Marble did in my kitchen. They did countertops and island and their work is amazing! They were fast and efficient working with the contractor to get the right fit. From Jill scheduling everything to Austin’s smooth installation. The end result was perfection! I’d...
Delsea Marble and Granite
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Reviewed in May 2021
Very helpful in the process of testing and finding a company to do the job.
Indoor Environmental Concepts
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Reviewed in November 2019
The overall customer experience was awesome. From my initial conversation with Scott, he thoroughly explained the inspection process. I knew what to expect with the inspection and he delivered. One of the many things I truly appreciated is that the inspection was all inclusive. A representative...
Landmark Inspections LLC
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Reviewed in October 2019
Ray was nothing but fantastic. He was very quick to get back to me and get me on the schedule as I needed to have the testing done on a home I was in process of buying. Ray was thorough and went through the testing process he was going to perform as well as reviewing the pictures when he was...
Aerotek Environmental, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2015
I've used Paradise Plumbing in the past and knew that his work would be top rate. I can, once again, highly recommend Jeff. I have a very old (leaky) home with both small and not-so-small plumbing problems. He is very professional and pleasant to have in your home, he gives fair quotes, and...
Paradise Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in November 2014
They did an excellent job. They checked things out very thoroughly. It was interesting though because right where they where checking I have a fire smoke alarm and it's one of the tests they had to do. There was no smoke or anything, but they checked everything up and nailed down the right...
ARCHIE'S PLUMBING INC
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Reviewed in July 2014
I selected PPIE based on the positive reviews that they received on Angie's List. I had no problem setting up an appointment the day that I called them. I had a home inspection and radon testing performed by Tom Mitchell. He was punctual,professional and personable. He encouraged me to ask...
DEV ENGINEERING
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Reviewed in June 2014
The water testing as well as the septic system test was completed along with the documentation of the results. Apparently they use an outside contractor to do the pumping. Thats where we had a problem with the lack of professionalism. They told us they were coming to our house 3 different days...
South Jersey Water Test, LLC
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Asbestos is absolutely cancerous. In fact, around 4% of all lung cancer cases are the result of asbestos exposure. This is why we recommend a full, professional removal and cleaning of any asbestos found in your home. If you are unsure whether there is any present, you should call a pro who will inspect your property.

Vermiculite insulation that comes from a particular mine before 1990 is likely to contain asbestos. This is particularly true in the U.S. However, not all types of vermiculite insulation contain asbestos. Since you can't detect the presence of asbestos without special equipment, it's best to assume that the insulation contains the dangerous mineral and to either leave it alone or hire a professional to handle it.

Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and generally not considered safe. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.

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 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.

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