How do I report exposure to asbestos?

• <div><p>According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:</p><ul><li><p>Asbestos subject matter experts in your state </p></li><li><p>EPA regional office</p></li><li><p>Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone</p></li><li><p>EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Is it safe to cover an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>Some pros may recommend covering a popcorn ceiling that tests positive for asbestos with beadboard ceiling planks or drywall. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-install-beadboard-over-popcorn-ceiling.htm">cost to install a beadboard ceiling</a> averages more than $5,000, but you likely will pay more than the average for the installer to deal with the asbestos safely. Installing a beadboard ceiling or new drywall will disturb the asbestos and release some microscopic fibers, so the installer will need to take precautions. </p></div>

Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Andrew Sedmera from Eco plumbing did an excellent job and provided good information on each task accomplished
Eco Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians
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Reviewed in August 2023
Excellent customer service. He was on time did excellent work.pruce was great. Would hire again
Slick Beaver Excavating
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Reviewed in August 2023
The tech from Plum-tite was great. Prompt, polite and thorough.
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Reviewed in April 2023
They were able to respond same day but needed to order part which came in within 1-2 days. Service tech was polite & knowledgeable on my (older) stove. Installation only took a few minutes & stove was tested & back in business. I will use them again whenever needed.
Mr. Appliance of Springfield, OH
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Reviewed in March 2021
Even when I was worried that there was still mold in the air after they were done (as I was sneezing a lot) they were very considerate and gave me the number of a company to test the air quality for mold and stated that if there was mold still left that they would reimburse me for the cost of...
Dry Maxx Ohio, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2017
Radon-X had been highly recommended in my neighborhood, so I gave Stacy a call for an estimate and he came out several days later. The system was installed about a week or two later and he gave me a full rundown of everything! I really appreciated his knowledge on the topic as well as his...
Radon-X
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Reviewed in September 2014
Outstanding! Tim Shuler answered my initial call and provided me a comprehensive description of his services. After describing the size and age of the home, Tim stated that he would need four hours to complete the inspection. Other inspectors I called said they could complete it in only two...
Horizon Home Inspections
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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 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 March 2013
The salesman was nice and did the water test, though he was a bit gratuitous in his negative comments about other companies. The system seemed to be a good quality system, but the price of $4,000+ was more than we wanted to go with a new system, so we ended up going with a different vendor at...
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

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.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:

Asbestos subject matter experts in your state
EPA regional office
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone
EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax

Some pros may recommend covering a popcorn ceiling that tests positive for asbestos with beadboard ceiling planks or drywall. The cost to install a beadboard ceiling averages more than $5,000, but you likely will pay more than the average for the installer to deal with the asbestos safely. Installing a beadboard ceiling or new drywall will disturb the asbestos and release some microscopic fibers, so the installer will need to take precautions.

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.

The cost for asbestos testing typically ranges from $400 to $800. The final price depends on several factors, including the number of samples needed, the size and age of the property, and the professional's expertise required for comprehensive testing. Larger or older properties may have higher costs.

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