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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Last update on July 28, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
Arrived on schedule. Clearly explained everything. Testing went seamlessly. Totally professional.
Vespene Radon Testing
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Reviewed in April 2026
Work that is beyond my expectations! I had chips along the edges of my coutertop. Bryan was able to fill those with matching epoxy and sand it to create a smooth surface and I was stunned by the result (See before and after pictures below). He also applied silicone under my sink to keep water...
A1 Stone Care
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Reviewed in May 2021
Most accommodating. Happy to educate me on areas he tested and why. Showed great patience in answering my numerous questions. And most importantly, I felt I was working with a genuinely honest individual. Hope I never need another mold inspection but if I do, Andre will def be the one I call.
Benard Building Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2020
I highly recommend Undaunted Restorations, Inc. Although I have been a landlord for twenty years, I have never had an asbestos problem until recently. This problem (linoleum tiles in my basement) was very stressful so I was pleased that Undaunted Restorations educated me on the relevant facts....
Undaunted Restoration, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2018
Great to deal with. Very prompt. Quick service. They worked hard on my hard-to-find conservatory leak. It was well tested in the fierce wind/rain storm following. Still had one small leak afterward, but they came back immediately and fixed it. Nice and dry since.
TrueCare cleaning services
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Reviewed in July 2018
Frank checked around the house for mold and made some suggestions for taking care of moisture issues. The air test report was done in a timely manor and Frank got back to me right away so we could discuss the results. Very reliable and thorough.
1st Priority Inspections, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2018
Very professional. Put many concerns to rest without selling additional testing
Allied Asbestos Inspectors, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2017
Danny came and assessed the problem and told me that it is actually not the evaporator, but that one of the pipe was clogged. Instead of the $1200 he originally quoted, the job is actually only $400. He and his assistant fixed the problem and tested the unit. Unlike the other repair shops that...
D&M Appliance Repair Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2016
Efficient and good service. Not cheap. Would have given all 5 stars if hourly rate a better value. $315 for under 1 hour of work. spring turn on ($60), backflow test ($60), replace 2 rotarys ($100), raise 2 heads ($50), and replace 1 nozzle ($20) + tax.
EcoSavvy Irrigation
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

While asbestos can’t be directly absorbed through the skin—the fibers are too big—skin contact can still produce symptoms. Contact dermatitis can flare up in sensitive individuals but in most cases, the danger from asbestos comes from inhaling the fibers, or dust, that is produced when asbestos is disturbed. If you touch asbestos by accident, immediately wash yourself and your clothes.

Costs depend on the number of samples, property size, and lab processing fees.

Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.

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.

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