Do I need to be worried about asbestos?

• <div><p>If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/asbestos-abatement/">an asbestos removal expert</a> to evaluate the situation. </p></div>

Is asbestos commonly found in older homes?

• <div><p>Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since. </p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2023
No one can get my tub as white as Maleah! I love coming home to the house when she has cleaned.
Southern Class Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in January 2023
Was very prompt and professional. Can't wait to see the results
Suntell
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Reviewed in November 2022
Paint South Florida provided the best tub reglazing job I've ever had. The young worker was totally dedicated to doing a quality professional job, including the PROPER PREP. That means removing prior coatings and sanding down to the original surface, acid etching and applying a sealer primer...
Sunshine Refinishing
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Reviewed in June 2021
I have been very satisfied with the work provided by Mr. Canals. He has done numerous small jobs here. From installing dishwashers and faucets to pressure washing.
Canals Rio Property Service
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Reviewed in February 2020
Found on Home Advisor, responded quickly after I reached out. Hired to install radon mitigation. Without asking....He took his shoes off once he saw we did. Cut could not have been any cleaner thru the laundry room tile and 4-6" of concrete subfloor, he didn't even break the tile! Took about...
Lucas Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2016
I had been sick since November of 2015 with breathing problems when I contacted Green Home Solutions. <br /> <br /> It was determined that I had a mold issue. The drain pipe on the furnace stopped up and when I turned the furnace on for the winter in November mold spores filled my house. <br...
Green Home Solutions - Roanoke
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Reviewed in August 2015
Mr. Vasquez answered a Sunday phone message. He was recommended to us by our original service person. Our original provider was sidelined by an injury, but provided two options to call. Art's Plumbing and Copperhead Plumbing. We chose Copperhead Plumbing and placed a call and left a message...
Copperhead Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in July 2014
From my first contact with the company I was comfortable talking to the representatives. The company representative that came to do the estimate for the work was very knowledgeable, he used language I understood without talking "down" to me and he made me feel like a valued customer from our...
E Luke Greene Company Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2008
The work went well and plumber was very neat and keep the bathroom clean. I called the company in the morning and they were able to have him at my house that afternoon. The company uses "Straightforward Pricing" ( I was provided a listing of the cost for various services) so I had the price of...
Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric
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If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in an asbestos removal expert to evaluate the situation.

Professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to detect asbestos, radon, and VOCs.

While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since.

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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