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 July 2023
Have been working with Holistic Pert Controls for many years now. They are always courteous, on time as scheduled & listen to your concerns about the current bug/insect at that time of year. The technician always calls/texts ahead of time to let you know when he is coming. They offer monthly,...
Holistic Pest Solutions
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Reviewed in May 2023
Very Pleased and Happy with the results. Work was done in a timely manner and cleaned up afterwards. Thank you so much.
Invision Construction Group LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
Great service and clean results. Would definitely recommend them to anyone in need of mold remediation.
ZeroMold
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Reviewed in August 2022
The owner Jerry came out quickly when we called, he was friendly, and did a thorough job testing and explaining what he offers. After getting a quote from him and one other and doing my own research and water testing, I found Jerry to be more accurate with my research and testing. His quote...
Best Water VA, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2015
In good faith representation of a completely satisfied customer service, Grout and Carpet Wizard did not charge for the beta test. In addition, they championed with the customer for a complete refund of the prepaid from Angies List "Big Deal". Angies' List has submitted paperwork for refund...
GROUT & CARPET WIZARDS
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Reviewed in September 2014
He arrived during the time slot scheduled. He tested the air flow before and after cleaning. With our current usage, he recommended future duct cleaning at two year intervals and inside the dryer at four year intervals. He is very professional and I would highly recommend to others needing...
Dryer Vent Wizard of the Blue Ridge
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Reviewed in April 2014
This was our second time using this company, based on the excellent service he provided last time (pinhole leak in a copper pipe: Replaced with PEX in 20 minutes). We had scheduled service on an earlier date, but had to re-schedule: Our area had experienced some intense cold that week,...
Fluvanna Plumbing Services
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Reviewed in April 2014
As I searched Angie's list for a plumber recommendation, I read a comment about Mathew's Well and Pump. I called Mathews, Friday evening and left a message. The next Morning (Saturday), I received a call from Mr. Todd Vander Pol, after a discussion concerning alternative approaches...
MATTHEWS WELL & PUMP INC
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Asbestos itself does not typically leak from a roof. However, if an asbestos-containing roof is damaged or deteriorated, it can release asbestos fibers into the air. This can occur when the roof is disturbed, such as during maintenance or repairs, or due to weathering over time. Exposure to airborne asbestos fibers can be harmful to health, so it is important to address any damaged asbestos roofs promptly and safely.

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

When learning how to test for asbestos in a popcorn ceiling, you have an option for a DIY job or to hire a professional tester. You can purchase a kit at a hardware store and use personal protective equipment while doing the test. If you don’t want to risk any potential exposure to asbestos, hire a professional asbestos testing company instead.

Sampling typically takes 1-3 hours, and depending on the provider, lab results are available within 2-7 days.

Costs depend on property size, test types, and additional services like mold sampling.

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