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 2025
They did a good job, and I was pleased with the results.
Dad And Sons General Contracting and Cleaning Company LLC
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Reviewed in November 2024
They communicated very well. They also prepped the building very well. They walked me through what they were going to do and made sure I was educated on what they were going to do with the spray foam and when they completed spraying they did an excellent job cleaning up the prep and scraped down...
Spray Pro
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Reviewed in April 2024
The company was on top of their game to make sure my shower was exactly how I wanted it. There was a miscommunication with the shower doors and the company took care of it immediately, I am extremely satisfied with the way it was handled.
West Shore Home Cincinnati
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Reviewed in December 2023
This company was very professional and worked with me on different aspects other than price. I got good feedback and opinion on paint selection. After inspection I saw no drips on any of the furniture, floors, counter tops ectâ ¦. Great job all around!
Monarch General Services, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
They did a fantastic job! I had a small hiccup with check and Justin was awesome trying to figure things out!! I would highly recommend this company. They make sure things are right!!!!
American Home Tech
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Reviewed in March 2023
Henry did a great job coming to our house, running tests and surveying the situation. I would recommend him to anyone with a drafty or cold house.
HASCO Weatherization
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Reviewed in February 2023
Excellent perfessional interaction. Timely repairs done
Vizion Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2018
Vectren shut the gas off, locked the main to the house and required a qualified licensed tradesman to do the repairs before they would retest to turn the gas back on. This 5 days prior to our annual Labor Day celebration/remembrance of the birthday of our benefactor of our vacation house on...
Larry Lee Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
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Reviewed in December 2016
Tony was professional and explained all of the tests he used in complete detail.
House Doctor Pomales
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Reviewed in July 2015
Chad bid lower than a competitor with less efficient units. We got top of the line Trane residential units for a good price. He installed the AC first and had it up and running before we could become uncomfortable on a humid summer day. The central AC unit was bigger than our slab so he...
Buckeye Mechanical Services
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Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

Costs depend on property size, test types, and additional services like mold sampling.

It can be safe to live in a house with asbestos as long as the asbestos-containing materials are intact, in good condition, and not disturbed. Asbestos becomes dangerous only when its fibers are released into the air, which happens if the material is damaged, crumbling, or disturbed during renovation work. If you suspect asbestos is present, do not disturb it. Instead of removal, materials in good condition can sometimes be encapsulated. It is recommended to have regular professional inspections to monitor the condition of the asbestos and prevent health risks from potential exposure.

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.

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.

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