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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Last update on February 27, 2026

Reviewed in February 2026
I am pleased with the work that was done by Southern Plumbing of Virginia.Great work and customer service.
Southern Plumbing of Virginia
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Reviewed in January 2022
Prompt and accurate. Chris answered all my questions. Timely test results. Thanks for doing a great job.
RVA Restoration
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Reviewed in October 2020
Robert came and he was very very good, inspected the well and did something, and figured out that there was a hole on the pipe inside the house and he readily fix it, he also tested the water for PH levels because the pipes were made of copper that caused the holes on the pipes.
MATTHEWS WELL & PUMP INC
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Reviewed in November 2018
Ed visited our property to test for asbestos. He was able to confirm that we did not have asbestos. His honesty and thoroughness was very impressive. We will definitely use him in the future with other investment properties.
MCC Abatement Co., LLC
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Reviewed in February 2016
Puckett Electrical showed up and did the testing but did not replied with the punch list of repairs so I could not start scheduling getting the list accomplished. I got a call on 2/16, they were looking for me to hire them for a day as they were slow that week. At that time, I asked again for...
Puckett Electrical Service
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Reviewed in June 2014
The provider performed a air test for my home that I purchased. We knew there were "plumbing issues" in the home so our realtor (Mark Tompkins) referred us to Lisa and Company to do a air pressure test so that we may detect the leak. When they arrived they did not have the correct tools to...
Lisa & Company
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Reviewed in November 2013
Mr. Pickering was very thorough and explained in detail all of the "toys" he was using and what the goal was for each test. He said that he was a retired engineer and we had an enjoyable conversation reliving the days of NASA and the cool things he did there. I felt very confident that he knew...
Pickerings Part Service
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Reviewed in August 2012
Our experience with Absolute Plumbing was not good. We would never use them again for anything. We asked them to put in a gravity drain for our ice machine. Jerry said it should be relatively easy and assured us it could be accomplished in a few hours. He said he would send his best...
Absolute Plumbing & Mechanical
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Reviewed in May 2012
They did an excellent job. Their price was high. They were professional, polite and efficient. I do not have anything to complain about. It had to be put in a test tube for two days life worth and it worked fine. In terms of price, it was probably fair.
Never Dark Whole House Generators LLC
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Reviewed in January 2011
He was prompt and fair. The test will be when we have rain or snow. However, he appeared to know what was wrong and how to fix it.
East Coast Roofing Specialist
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Whether or not to buy a home containing asbestos is ultimately a decision for the homebuyer, and there are several things to consider. When in good condition and contained, asbestos is unlikely to present a health risk—it’s when those tiny fibers are loose and airborne that they become a problem. Consider any renovations you plan on doing to the home that could disturb existing asbestos and the cost of removal. If an inspection finds asbestos in a home on the market, you could negotiate with the seller for a lower price, though this isn’t a sure thing.

Unfortunately, home inspections do not check for asbestos because of the liability factor involved. That’s why you should hire a trained professional with specialized equipment to test for it.

They will inspect all areas of the home and take samples of various materials to test. Opting for an asbestos inspection can prevent the risk of exposure to this hazardous material and save on costly repairs that may be required.

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.

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.

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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