How do I prepare for asbestos testing?

• <div>Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.</div>

Is asbestos commonly found in older homes?

• <div>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. </div>

Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <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 September 2024
Joe, the sales manager contacted me immediately off of Angieâ s list. He worked out a time schedule to come when my husband was home. When he walked into the house he immediately went to work testing the water. We discussed what was going on and he reassured me that he was they were gonna solve...
Pure Water Source
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Reviewed in October 2023
The workers did excellent work. every thing was installed perfectly. the clean up after they were done and showed me how to correctly use the shower. Thank you for this beautiful product.
C. Michael Exteriors, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2022
Kevin was friendly and knowledgeable, and willing to be flexible with my schedule. The process was very quick and we got our results within the hour of test completion. Highly recommend!
Dig Deep Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
WORK PERFORMED: Two electrical technicians arrived at the client’s home on 1/28/2022, within the promised timeframe (9:30 AM); they performed in workmanship fashion for three hours (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM), while respecting the client’s home throughout. More specifically, • Technician advised the...
Lighthouse electric llc
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Reviewed in December 2021
They came to my home explained in great detail what they were going to do ! After completing there work they put the generator into test mode then went into the basement to test the rest of the system ! It was all good nice guys from the telephone call to the repair/adjustment of the equipment...
Hurricane Home Solutions Southern Tier, Inc
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Reviewed in January 2018
Dan Hager from Tyler Home Inspections came to my house and did what seemed to to be a very thorough inspection. This is only my third home inspection, so I admit that I don't have a large comparison sample, but I was very favorably impressed. Dan was friendly, professional, and answered all of...
Tyler Home Inspection Inc
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Reviewed in April 2016
First off this company was very responsive. I called around 12:45 and the guy on the phone (who I believe is the owner) was able to get me scheduled right away. They had someone at my house in under 2 hours. This was not for emergent work I was just getting a spigot replaced that leaked when...
Do It Right Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in April 2013
Overall, just one word - Amazing. John was extremely professional and punctual with the whole project from start to finish. He started the job with taking measurements, providing us a quote and doing a quick "Marble Drop" demonstration to show how off level the floor really was, they ran to...
DiMartino Construction & Remodeling
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Reviewed in March 2013
I called and made an appointment for an estimate on 2/1. A few days before they called and needed to reschedule for the next week, which was absolutely fine. Tom came out on 2/9, right on time, professional, punctual, and friendly, and tried hard to talk me into attic insulation, but I was...
Comfort Windows
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Reviewed in March 2012
Arrived on time for appointment. Examined job, asked questions, listened to my ideas. Submitted bid was within ball-park for our budget on project. Three things determined we would not use this company: their insistence we provide certification the area was lead-free, that it was...
Its All Better
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Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.

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.

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.

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

Unfortunately, home inspections do not check for asbestos because of the liability factor involved. That’s why you should hire a trained professional with specialized equipment to test for it.

They will inspect all areas of the home and take samples of various materials to test. Opting for an asbestos inspection can prevent the risk of exposure to this hazardous material and save on costly repairs that may be required.

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