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 June 2019
Work is not completed - further testing will be done after the basement has been cleaned. He also provided me a contact for getting that done. Very helpful and personable.
EnCheck Environmental Services
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Reviewed in November 2017
Definitely recommend! David did a fantastic job with 2 home inspections --- he was *incredibly* thorough, and he was able to test the water and inspect multiple areas (instead of having to hire several other inspectors for water, roof chimney, appliances, etc.). He gave us a detailed report,...
BUYERS INSPECTION SVC
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Reviewed in August 2014
I had a mold issue in my bedroom and I thought that he would only spend a few minutes looking at the area I had the concern with....boy was I wrong. The inspector spent almost 3 hours going over the entire house, to include a very thorough inspection of the attic where I knew water was coming...
American Mold Experts
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Reviewed in February 2014
The salesperson was nice but didn't seem very knowledgeable when asked specific questions about their water filters. He wanted to explain why their product was better than their competitors but didn't seem to want to answer detailed questions about their systems. Also, when he tested our water...
Integrity Water Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2013
It went fine. They did an excellent job. They are very professional. They gave very good advice about certain brands of furniture and materials that stand the tests of time. I certainly appreciate the knowledge they shared with me.
Earth Pro Clean LLC
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Reviewed in January 2013
This was my 1st ever hot tub purchase so I really didn't know what to expect and did my research with several other suppliers such as Watson's, Royal Spas of Dayton, and Hot Spring Spas. All suppliers did an outstanding job of explaining the tubs, maintenance, and options. I chose Knickerbockers...
KNICKERBOCKER POOLS & SPAS
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Reviewed in April 2012
Greg McLean showed up promptly to give us an estimate for the job. Out of three estimates, his was the only one to incorporate the use of newer technology flexible coated steel pipe to simplify the problems of running a gas line in rafters and down into interior walls. His bid wasn't...
McLean Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2011
When we visited Countertop Connection we had a Formica sample of the top that we wanted and a drawing of our floor plan. Countertop Connections was able to determine our needs and provide an estimate. There were also sample of different styles such as drip less edge, rounded corners and so on in...
Countertop Connection Ltd
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Reviewed in February 2010
He came out to fix the leaks and said that one leak was from my commode and the other he said was because the shower stall needed caulking. When they cut into the ceiling to see where the leak was coming from they did not test the water. After they left, I had a massive leak resulting from a...
Bear Plumbing Service LLC
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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.

If you hire a dedicated asbestos inspector near you in addition to your local home inspector, it will cost between $200 and $800. If, however, your general home inspector happens to be certified as an asbestos inspector, they can charge you a smaller fee and tack on the cost to the home inspection. In general, home inspectors do not do physical testing, but will provide a visual assessment so you know what you are working with.

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

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.

Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.

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