What year did they stop putting asbestos in linoleum?

• <div><p>Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.</p></div>

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I requested a home inspection and IÃ Â Ã Â¢Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â m throughly pleased with how detailed and knowledgeable my technician Jennifer was. She went over the entire process and provided recommendations.
G.L. Hunt Foundation Repair
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Reviewed in April 2024
Excellent work done and in a timely manner! Will definitely recommend this company!
HF3 Construction
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Reviewed in March 2024
There technician knows his work well experience and affordable
G&I Appliances, Sales and Repairs
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Reviewed in September 2020
Legend Plumbing & Septic did a great job installing a well and pump for irrigation purposes. I'm happy because they found a site close to my irrigation system which provides high quality water (they tested for iron) at the flow rate my system requires. The well was drilled using a lightweight,...
Legend Plumbing & Septic Co.
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Reviewed in April 2020
Installed ahead of projected time. Very polite and professional. They are working perfectly as tested last week with all the rain we had! Thank you for a quality install.
Build-It Bros., LLC
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Reviewed in January 2018
Great! Mark, the company owner, came and and did the work. He first did a test area as he promised. The test run wasn’t overwhelming. He then modified the solution he uses and did another test area. The improvement was definitely noticeable. I told him to proceed with with entire job as we had...
Lone Star Tile & Grout Cleaning
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Reviewed in July 2015
AAA dug down to the leaking line, repaired the line, then covered it without testing the line(my guess, since I was not present when the work was done) and called it fixed. Some time later water was found seeping up thru the ground above the line. This work was done on a Parsonage and no one...
AAA AUGER Plumbing Services
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Reviewed in January 2015
Very prompt, courteous and resonable price. Lab testing was very prompt also.
Cap Construction & Environmental, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
Provider was contacted through my homeowners insurance as I had a leak on Christmas day. I was not contacted by E.L.Smith until following Monday 30 Dec. was told they could not come out till 6 Jan due to the holidays. When they came out the plumbers destroyed my drywall ( still not repaired )...
E L SMITH PLUMBING & HEATING
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Reviewed in June 2013
I felt like this company was the most professional that I talked to. Their method is less expensive and after asking several architects, as effective. They came out, gave a bid and let me know exactly what the procedure would be. Everything went according to plan. Crew was very good. The...
Superior Foundation Repair
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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.

Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.

Yes, most services include testing the generator to ensure functionality. Confirm with your provider.

Common areas include insulation, flooring, ceilings, and siding in older buildings. Professionals identify potential risks.

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.

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