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>

Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div>No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.</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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Rockland Appliance Center
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Reviewed in June 2021
My parents had a couple of leaks in their house in an upstairs bathroom and mold developed in the basement. We hired John Skelly to do the mold assessment as well as to test for asbestos. When he got to the house, he looked everything over and took air samples which were sent to a lab. He took...
H.N.S.T. Mold Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
Gary was very helpful explaining the whole process, would recommend to anyone looking for fast and honest Testing, made an appointment for the next day, and he was able to squeeze me in the same day.
Clawback, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2019
Charles and Environmental Assessments & Solutions, Inc. were great. We had a mold situation and needed an assessment and strategy for remediation. While he was at our house he also noticed some potential other problems that we were unaware of, and tested and helped us develop a strategy to...
Environmental Assessments & Solutions, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2018
Highly recommend. Leon was professional, very responsive, and honest with regard to what testing he felt was necessary for cost reasons. We received the results quickly and in a clear format.
Sky Environmental Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2017
They came right out and got everything going for me. It was perfect. I've used them for years and I have never an issue they could not fix. They are very customer focused. The best part of all, for me, is they are a one stop shop. They do my pool plumbing, electrical, water testing, open, and...
CRYSTAL CLEAR POOL AND SPA SVC INC
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Reviewed in August 2016
I had used NJ Mold about 2 years ago when I first moved into my home as I had a mold problem in my basement. Just recently I started to tear down wallpaper on my main floor and the painter noticed something that he suggested I get checked to make sure it was not mold. I had Jennifer come out and...
NJ Mold LLC
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Reviewed in March 2016
Work was overall good. Asked me to sign up for yearly service plans for A/c, heating and plumbing which I deferred. Tested my water and advised filter and water softner . Final cost was reduced twice ( home advisor discount and internet coupon) but still seemed high- had leaking bathtub faucet...
Water Works Plumbing, Heating & A/C
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Reviewed in December 2015
Frank was a pleasure to deal with. Initial estimate within 48 hours of call, and was able to fit me into his schedule and have the liner in less than a week. It was past the peak season for the work which probably helped, and was grateful he was able to get it in before winter. ...
THE LINER SPECIALISTS, INC
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Reviewed in October 2014
Efficient, neat and patient. Took time to test and explain all aspects. Subsequent follow up has been very responsive and helpful 
INTER COUNTY ALARM SYSTEMS
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Asbestos was most commonly produced and integrated into building products from the 1920s to the late 1980s. In reality, asbestos use should have ceased much sooner because asbestos was linked to cancer in studies produced as early as the 1950s. You can even extend that number past the 1980s due to stockpiled materials and because some countries treat asbestos use differently. It may also be found more in commercial applications than residential.

Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.

No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.

Yes, most services include testing the generator to ensure functionality. Confirm with your provider.

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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