What are the signs of asbestos?

• <div>Unlike some home problems, such as water damage or pest infestations, asbestos can be very difficult to spot. Asbestos is a mineral in the form of microscopic fibers and was previously used in building materials for its bonding and fireproofing abilities. Insulation, roof shingles, ceiling tiles, floor tiles, pipe wrappings, soundproofing materials, and textured paint features like popcorn ceilings are common sources of asbestos, particularly in homes built before 1980.Age is perhaps the biggest indicator of asbestos, as legislation passed in the 1970s labeled asbestos as dangerous and regulated its use in building materials. Signs of age in the form of wear and tear or material degradation are also indicators that asbestos fibers may be leaking into the air, but ultimately, it’s difficult to detect with the naked eye. If you have reason to suspect asbestos in your home, it’s best to hire a certified asbestos inspector.</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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Reviewed in December 2025
Rocky was amazing - was working close by and came the same afternoon. Our unit had failed and he installed a new unit the same day working late to ensure everything was set up and tested. First class customer service.
Rocky Vacuum, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Steph knows pools and is dedicated to being sure the work is the highest quality.
The Pool Girl
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Reviewed in August 2022
Home Inspection was very through and professional report was prepared. Radon Testing also done. I was very pleased and his findings were items that I never would have noticed. It saved me thousands of dollars as repairs had to be made by the seller. I would use him again and highly recommend...
Champion Home Inspections LLC
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Reviewed in April 2019
Work needs to be scheduled after part arrives. They did leak test today,
A Plus Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in September 2017
John was incredibly professional and responded timely to every inquiry. He was able to schedule our inspection quickly and gave an expert opinion on what was needed. Turns out the home did need mold testing, and he was qualified to take samples and get them processed very quickly. He gave us...
Ocean Breezes Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2017
Greg Busang came out and did a free inspection and testing for mold or bacteria. He did an air quality test also. No mold or bacteria in walls, etc. but definitely we needed our ducts cleaned out and anti-bacterial sprayed into them. Greg was onsite the whole day, checking on the men doing the...
Bactronix of the Grand Strand
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Reviewed in July 2016
Was given a through test. All was good
Vines Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2015
After three days of "testing" the system by pressurizing the lines, it was clear there was a lack of competence. 1. Day 1. Lines were pressurized to the incorrect pressure. 2. Day 2. Lines were pressurized to the correct pressure and pressure dropped indicating a leak. ...
ARS/Rescue Rooter of Myrtle Beach
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Reviewed in September 2014
He called before he came, was right on time and very professional. Ricky brought all the equipment he needed to get the job done. We had other pool companies come and "evaluate the problem, for an evaluation fee" then say they would need to send someone else out to do the pressure test. His...
RICKY'S POOL Service
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Reviewed in December 2013
Jeff Bradley was excellent to deal with. He was timely and professional and tested for mold for us. He completed the test and provided the report 24 hours later.
Indoor Doctor, LLC
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Unlike some home problems, such as water damage or pest infestations, asbestos can be very difficult to spot. Asbestos is a mineral in the form of microscopic fibers and was previously used in building materials for its bonding and fireproofing abilities. Insulation, roof shingles, ceiling tiles, floor tiles, pipe wrappings, soundproofing materials, and textured paint features like popcorn ceilings are common sources of asbestos, particularly in homes built before 1980.

Age is perhaps the biggest indicator of asbestos, as legislation passed in the 1970s labeled asbestos as dangerous and regulated its use in building materials. Signs of age in the form of wear and tear or material degradation are also indicators that asbestos fibers may be leaking into the air, but ultimately, it’s difficult to detect with the naked eye. If you have reason to suspect asbestos in your home, it’s best to hire a certified asbestos inspector.

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

You can tell if old flooring has asbestos if thick black flooring adhesive is underneath the tiles. However, homeowners should not cut into linoleum floors to look for this adhesive. Instead, hiring a specialist to test the floors is the only safe way to determine if old flooring has asbestos.

Since the EPA partially banned asbestos in 1989, it is no longer used to manufacture new siding in the United States; production had largely ceased by the early 1980s. Many other countries, such as Canada, Iceland, and Denmark, also have bans on asbestos. However, asbestos siding is still present in many homes built before the late 1980s. The only definitive way to know if your siding contains asbestos is to have it professionally lab-tested.

Asbestos testing takes place in two stages—collection and lab testing. Collection can take less than 20 minutes if a professional manages to get a direct sample. If air samples are required, then the pro will set up a testing device and return to collect it. In both cases, the sample is sent to a lab and results are confirmed or denied usually within one to two days.

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