How do I report exposure to asbestos?

• <div>According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:<ul><li>Asbestos subject matter experts in your state </li><li>EPA regional office</li><li>Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone</li><li>EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax </li></ul></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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Synergy Landscape
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Reviewed in June 2025
The service was professional and expedient and they did a great job. Most importantly, communication with the owner was excellent. The unit is now free of asbestos, final test included.
Cargo Milani LLC
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Reviewed in October 2022
Kevin and Ricky called 30 minutes before they were due to be at my house to let me know they would be 15 minutes late. When they arrived they were very profession and began examining the wall behind where the dishwasher was. They did testing for moisture and mold and determined that they did not...
Armored Restoration
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Reviewed in February 2021
We think it went very well although I was not present when it was tested (my husband was). He told me that they were in a hurry to go soon after it was finished but they said they will send an invoice, at which time, we will send them a check.
On Electric
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Reviewed in November 2020
Make sure the mold inspector does ALL the tests the company asks to be done. Our report was delayed by more than a week because the inspector did not do one test. The company sent out a DIY kit for us to do the missing test. We requested it be shipped overnight but it was sent two days with no...
Mold Test Company OR
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Reviewed in August 2020
They did a great job and I would highly recommend them. They were real responsive, came right out and gave an estimate, were respectful, and were excellent with communication. They worked well with us regarding an asbestos test that came in positive and they worked around the abatement. We would...
Walton Excavating
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Reviewed in September 2017
The work seems very professional and after yesterday's downpour "test", I feel confident that the leak is fixed.
Stutzman & Kropf Contractors Inc.
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.

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

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

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.

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