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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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Reviewed in August 2025
Your technician Matthew did an excellent job I'm very happy with the work
Silver State Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
Excellent, very professional and efficient. They came out in June and excavated for a gas line. From the gas meter approximately 140’ away for a fire pit and a gas grill. Crew was very kind and very clean and got everything done in a couple days. Very happy with the work, we love our fireplace,...
Ocean Pacific Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2023
Needed drywall texture and patch repairs in several rooms in home. Looked for the most and best reviews to hire and Solario Drywall met the test. Called for inquiry and call returned within 30 minutes, asked when to come look at the job, arrived 30 minutes later to estimate the job. Agreed...
Solorio Drywall
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Reviewed in April 2023
Michael ability to give his customers the best product/quality is second to none. You get a different understanding of how detailed his work is each time and each time I remain extremely satisfied. If you need granite, quartz or whatever for your countertops, I highly recommend calling him...
MV GRANITE CREATIONS
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Reviewed in May 2022
Both the electrician and the plumber were neat, efficient, and fixed the problems. They answered my questions and explained what they were doing. I appreciated that.
Tipping Hat Plumbing, Heating & Electric
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Reviewed in January 2022
I would absolutely recommend Tile Liquidators! Especially Cameron!!! He is very helpful and phenomenal with service.
Tile Liquidators
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Reviewed in October 2020
This company is quite professional and skilled. They did a test on our house to find where there was air leakage. They discovered we had smoke leakage from our attic due to wildfires in CA and this company found and sealed these leaks. They also added insulation to R49+ in the attic. ...
Energy Masters
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Reviewed in March 2019
Jim was terrific--no back up when he arrived but he did testing and checked our septic tank--recommendations were made and bids will be sent
Bumble Bee Home Services
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Reviewed in June 2016
Had a old grow house. Tore back to bare studs. Through testing. All clear.
Jose Technologies, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2016
Their work was superb. They came in, were super polite, friendly, and concerned about getting our home back to the way it should be. They checked everything and made sure there were no safety hazards to us, or them. They got rid or all the water and let us know what to look out for and when...
Steam Away Carpet Cleaning & Water Restoration
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Professional asbestos testers or environmental consultants are the best people to call to test for asbestos. An asbestos testing company specializes in collecting and analyzing samples and will be the most qualified to do the job for you. An environmental consultant may not specialize in handling asbestos, but should still have the knowledge and know-how to safely collect a sample and send it off for analysis.

Bathroom tiles can contain asbestos, just the same as patio tiles or kitchen tiles. Remember that asbestos was used primarily for its insulative and fire-resistant properties, both of which are desired in a house. Before we knew asbestos caused cancers and other diseases, it made a lot of sense to include it in many different building materials, including bathroom tiles.

Even a single, one-time exposure to asbestos can be harmful and pose health risks. According to the EPA, any contact can increase the risk of developing asbestos-related diseases and certain types of cancer, although the likelihood of severe health issues increases with repeated or prolonged exposure.

The severity of a single exposure depends on factors like the duration, intensity, and concentration of the asbestos fibers. While a small amount is less likely to cause significant damage, a high concentration can lead to serious long-term lung damage. Individual reactions vary, and asbestos-related illnesses may not appear for 10 to 40 years after inhalation.

Given these risks, always take precautions around any material suspected to contain asbestos. Personal protective equipment (PPE) may not be completely effective. If you suspect asbestos is in your home, hire a professional for testing and removal. If you are worried about a potential exposure, consult your doctor.

Typical methods for asbestos removal include encapsulation, enclosure, and complete removal.

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

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