Do you always have to remove asbestos wiring?

• <div><p>If you have an older electrical system with fraying wires and other signs of damage, removal may be the best course of action. When asbestos begins to break down, it's more likely to become airborne, increasing the risk of health issues when it's inhaled.</p><p>However, if the system is in good condition and doesn't have visible signs of wear or damage, leaving it alone may be the safest course of action. An asbestos abatement and removal professional can help you determine the best way to proceed.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2023
NTX Poolscapes was very thorough and did an excellent job explaining what needed to be done to decalcify my pool and why. They installed a "Pool Tiger" with the object of treating the water so there is little to no calcium buildup. They answered all of my questions and made themselves...
N.T.X. Poolscapes
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Reviewed in March 2022
Need to determine results first
Stampede Pest Control, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2021
This company removed my hot tub for me. A very reasonable price!!! We are definitely pleased with the job!
Just Dump It
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Reviewed in December 2021
The gentleman set the test kit in my home, explained the process answered all my questions and came back in 48 hrs to retrieve the info. Very professional and helpful.
Radon1
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Reviewed in December 2020
Technician arrived on time. He was very efficient in tackling all the locks that needed to be changed out. We did a final walk through and tested every lock. Only thing I would suggest is that dispatcher of technicians be clear when the setup appointments. I got a little confused on who I...
AJ Locksmith and Security
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Reviewed in May 2020
Tate with Barrett Environmental was a pleasure to work with. He was on time, explained the process on testing the indoor air quality of our home and was very thorough in his testing procedure. He provided us with a excellent written report and was available to answer any questions. I highly...
Barrett Environmental
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Reviewed in July 2019
Scheduled accordingly via Angies list message. Showed up on time as scheduled. Fixed sprinkler head issue no problem very quickly. waited for me to test the system and found another issue of a zone not shutting off. Knew exactly what the problem was and I agreed to have the control valve...
Mia's Quick Service
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Reviewed in June 2016
Mr Larry Wallace was very professional. Honest. Great Price!! He did an extremely careful and complete 2-hour evaluation on a severe dust problem in our home. In simple words, so that we could understand, he explained in full detail what the problem was. He gave us a written report and...
Advanced Energy Solutions
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Reviewed in December 2014
Purchased a new house and on the recommendation of the builder, purchased a DuPure whole house unit. <br /> This is the worst water softener/conditioner product we have ever encountered!. Purchased the top of the line unit, along <br /> with the Reverse Osmosis system for the kitchen. Top...
Dupure International
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Reviewed in November 2014
He does not do the testing. His job is to clean up after the testing is done.
PuroClean Restoration Specialists
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Yes, most services include testing the generator to ensure functionality. Confirm with your provider.

If you have an older electrical system with fraying wires and other signs of damage, removal may be the best course of action. When asbestos begins to break down, it's more likely to become airborne, increasing the risk of health issues when it's inhaled.

However, if the system is in good condition and doesn't have visible signs of wear or damage, leaving it alone may be the safest course of action. An asbestos abatement and removal professional can help you determine the best way to proceed.

No, but it’s common that they do. Gravity furnaces weren’t terribly efficient so wrapping either the ductwork in asbestos, the furnace itself, or both, was something done regularly. This allowed the system to retain more heat. At the time, this greatly enhanced the efficiency of the furnaces but it wasn’t until later that we became aware of just how carcinogenic and dangerous asbestos could be.

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.

Because of the danger of inhaling asbestos fibers, figuring out through testing whether your popcorn ceiling contains asbestos is definitely worth it. If the popcorn ceiling texture has asbestos, remove it as soon as possible to keep your family safe. Any home built in or before the 1980s that has popcorn ceilings could have asbestos, necessitating testing. Asbestos carries several health risks for people who inhale it, including the increased chance of developing lung cancer in the future.

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