How do I prepare for asbestos testing?

• <div><p>Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.</p></div>

What does asbestos do to humans?

• <div><p>When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.</p></div>

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Last update on March 09, 2023

Reviewed in March 2023
The cap on a chimney / flu vent had broken and tested positive for asbestos. They were responsive, professional and honest. They were able to complete the work a few days later at the rate we were initially quoted. They recommended addressing the failing chimney cap while leaving the chimney in...
US Asbestos Contracting
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Reviewed in May 2018
When Greg John came to my home he was a fast talker and energetic. He dove right in before I could even ask for credentials or insurance info. He took to calling me “girl friend” right off the bat. When he got into the shower to look at the situation he asked me for one of my screwdrivers. Then...
G J Plumbing
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Reviewed in September 2016
John is very professional- he identified my issue & recommended the remedy. He is Very knowledgeable and I was Very Impressed- if you have an issue Do Not hesitate to call him. I am so Pleased I did .... Thank you Enviro Testing......
Enviro Testing and Solutions
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Reviewed in September 2015
I was pleased with the walk itself but I had asked for a tint to be put in the mix so the walk would not be a bright white. <br /> When the walk dried there were a few areas where it appeared the walk may have had some dew develope on it overnight. The little spots were white instead of the...
Shawn Helisek General Contracting
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Reviewed in August 2015
Mr. Grant arrived promptly at the designated time and tested the faulty igniters. He cleaned the oven igniter module to see if that would restore function, but it did not. The electronic stove top igniter clearly was not working and needed replaced - major electronics panel. He ordered the...
DMG Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in June 2015
Radon Detection and Control was very helpful and informative, and best of all, they saved me $140 on radon testing. <br />
Radon Detection and Control
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Reviewed in June 2015
Rick has such pride in his work. This is our second time hiring him and he is the only person I even contacted or thought of for this project. He is so prompt in returning phonecalls and really goes the extra mile in helping the customer along the way. While in the process of tile selection, I...
Rick Birkholz Remodeling & Repair
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Reviewed in September 2014
This went very well. When I became aware that I would have a 2 story tall white pipe running up the side of my house, Airtech suggested that they not install the pipe until they came back to pick up the test kits, so that I could paint it. I took them up on that, and now have a stack the same...
Airtech Radon Services Inc
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Reviewed in October 2013
We initially hoped to complete this simple project ourselves but found it impossible to shut our gas service off at the meter. Unable to safely shut off the gas and complete the job I contacted plumbers in the area. I was in need of a quick response since we were hoping to get the pipe removed...
Kennihan Plumbing & Heating
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Asbestos-containing materials are not easily affected by water and do not disintegrate or dissolve when exposed to it. However, porous materials can deteriorate due to water exposure, leading to the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The settling of asbestos fibers can also occur as water makes them heavy, which reduces the risk of airborne exposure, though future disturbance of the materials could cause risk. Wetting asbestos-containing materials does not constitute safe removal, and the proper handling and disposal of asbestos materials should be left to professionals.

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.

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

When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.

There are products that still contain asbestos, but they were typically installed decades ago. Common places where you may still find asbestos-containing materials are in siding, wrapped around ductwork, in older appliances (i.e., stove and gravity furnaces), and in floors. Asbestos was primarily used as an insulator, so anywhere in an older home where you lose heat is where you will most likely find asbestos.

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