Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <div><p><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:</p><ul><li><p>Acoustic ceiling tiles</p></li><li><p>Furnace insulation</p></li><li><p>Home appliances</p></li><li><p>Fire-retardant clothing</p></li><li><p>Cement pipe</p></li><li><p>Pipe insulation</p></li><li><p>Wall and ceiling insulation</p></li><li><p>Vehicle brake pads</p></li><li><p>Vinyl flooring</p></li><li><p>Sprayed acoustic ceilings</p></li><li><p>Stove insulation</p></li><li><p>Patching compounds</p></li><li><p>Textured paints</p></li><li><p>Roofing shingles</p></li><li><p>Siding</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div><p>No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-texture-drywall.htm">create a textured drywall ceiling</a> with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos. </p></div>

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Q: Does knob and tube wiring have asbestos?

• <div><p>Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/knob-and-tube-electrical-wiring-safe.htm">generally not considered safe</a>. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.</p></div>

Q: What do you do after asbestos contamination?

• <div><p>In the event of suspected or confirmed asbestos contamination on the body, it is imperative to take immediate measures to reduce health risks. To avoid further exposure, carefully remove contaminated clothing and shower thoroughly to remove any asbestos fibers. Seek prompt medical attention, and inform your healthcare professional about your suspected asbestos exposure. Since asbestos-related health issues can take years to surface, regular medical check-ups are advised for anyone with a history of exposure.</p></div>

Q: What does air quality testing include?

• <div><p>Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.</p></div>

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Zack did a great installation of the gutters. The gutters were quickly and efficiently installed. No construction mess left at all. Nice clean installation. Highly recommend The Gutter Wizard.
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Very good job! On time and did quality work. Explained everything and very courteous! I would definitely use them again!
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Odion Electrical, LLC is a great company! The owner Cassidy Isokpunwu is very thorough and precise. He's productive and efficient with his work! He is very responsive and is always striving to please the customer! I would definitely recommend and use him again, for sure!
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excellent. very prompt and courteous. would highly recommend Temperature Pro Answered all my questions and made me feel good about my purchase
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Cecil was very dependable and personable. Very polite young man. He went above and beyond to do a great job. He fixed some of the imperfections left by the sheetrock installer. Thank you Cecil!
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Professional, in this business of buying a house , you need a pro who see’s what is under the Hollywood decor.. too many homes are being flipped. Jack was very thorough.. He saved us from a money pit. Koodos!!
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Professional and skilled work completed. Very satisfied.
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It went well as far as it has gone. This is the 4th of July weekend so no one is going to forego their holiday for my comfort......meanwhile ....this is Texas......HOT.
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Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and generally not considered safe. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.

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

No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still create a textured drywall ceiling with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos.

In the event of suspected or confirmed asbestos contamination on the body, it is imperative to take immediate measures to reduce health risks. To avoid further exposure, carefully remove contaminated clothing and shower thoroughly to remove any asbestos fibers. Seek prompt medical attention, and inform your healthcare professional about your suspected asbestos exposure. Since asbestos-related health issues can take years to surface, regular medical check-ups are advised for anyone with a history of exposure.

Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

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