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Q: Can you encapsulate asbestos siding?

• <div><p>if you install new siding on top of old asbestos siding, you may keep the fibers trapped, but it would not necessarily be considered encapsulation. To do so properly requires a professional, who uses a certain type of sealant that needs to be spread over the asbestos in a number of layers in order to trap all the fibers. Although you may be able to buy this sealant yourself, it is highly advised that, once you find asbestos, you call a pro immediately. </p></div>

Q: Are there regulations regarding asbestos testing and removal?

• <div><p>Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.</p></div>

Q: Can you seal asbestos with paint?

• <div><p>You are not really supposed to seal asbestos with paint, but in theory it could work&mdash;the caveat being that this is extremely dangerous and should be avoided at all costs. The only real way to seal asbestos is with the professional application of an encapsulating material like epoxy. Due to the negative effect asbestos can have on your home, however, it is usually the best course of action to accept a costly fix and remove the material entirely.</p></div>

Q: Does homeowners insurance cover asbestos abatement?

• <div><p>In most cases, homeowners insurance doesn't cover asbestos abatement. Insurance policies frequently exclude coverage for pollutants, contaminants, and hazardous materials, which include asbestos. It's considered a pre-existing condition in homes built before its ban, so removal is seen as a maintenance expense rather than an insurable loss. There may be an exception if the asbestos-containing materials are disturbed due to a covered event, such as fire or storm damage. Some policies may cover the abatement as a part of those repairs.</p></div>

Q: Is it legal to cover asbestos tile?

• <div><p>In most cities, it isn&rsquo;t legal to cover asbestos tile. This is because it&rsquo;s difficult for the average homeowner to know if they&rsquo;re causing fibers to become airborne. While there is a method of sealing the asbestos in place&mdash;called encapsulation&mdash;this needs to be done by a pro, and isn&rsquo;t appropriate for all situations. </p></div>

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Last update on November 27, 2025

Reviewed in February 2024
I was very impressed with this company. They expanded my driveway and added pavers around the edges, by completely removing the old driveway, expanding it, and even ran drain pipes from the house to the road. They were very efficient, neat, and cleaned up after the project was complete. The...
Ellite Construction Masonry
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Reviewed in June 2023
This company took down eight large trees very close to my home without damaging a thing. Everything was removed per my request. It is so rare to find a company that does the job on time, at budget and cares about the quality of their work.
A&G Logging & Excavation, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
He was prompt, friendly, courteous and cleaned up my yard very well. I would highly recommend him if you need junk removal from your yard
Junk-Out-Dawgs LLC
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Reviewed in October 2017
The men from Claremont Glassworks did an excellent job when I had my garage doors replaced. They were on time, professional, and polite. They had both doors removed, and new ones replaced, plus two new garage door openers installed, in only a couple of hours. Great doing business with them
CLAREMONT GLASSWORKS
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Reviewed in August 2017
Hal and his crew were excellent. He was on time, checked in every day letting me know the progress and what was happening the next day, and was a good listener with good ideas for solutions to problems. They worked long days to get two fairly big projects done in 2 days...repaired a failing...
C.P. Builders, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2016
Floyd and his team are not only punctual, but extremely respectful and highly competent in their profession. They removed numerous trees around my home efficiently and with precision beyond compare. Upon finishing their work, they neatly raked the premises. It is not easy to find a company that...
TOP NOTCH TREE EXPERTS
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Reviewed in February 2016
Our project (remove existing blacktop walkway and install new walkway pavers) was completed on time, within budget and with 'awesome' results! Communication was great! Leonardo is professional and personable.
Awesome Landscape Design, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2015
Came promptly to shovel 6+ roof areas of snow & removed many ice dams! VERY PLEASED with the work!
Top Notch Carpentry & Remodeling
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Reviewed in August 2011
I think he also does property management but we use him for snow removal. He charges by the inch of snow. If we get 5 inches and he has to come out 3 times, he only charges that one time. A lot of places charge every time they come out and if it snows all day, they have to come 3 or 4 times. He...
Westward Renovation
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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

if you install new siding on top of old asbestos siding, you may keep the fibers trapped, but it would not necessarily be considered encapsulation. To do so properly requires a professional, who uses a certain type of sealant that needs to be spread over the asbestos in a number of layers in order to trap all the fibers. Although you may be able to buy this sealant yourself, it is highly advised that, once you find asbestos, you call a pro immediately.

Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.

You are not really supposed to seal asbestos with paint, but in theory it could work—the caveat being that this is extremely dangerous and should be avoided at all costs. The only real way to seal asbestos is with the professional application of an encapsulating material like epoxy. Due to the negative effect asbestos can have on your home, however, it is usually the best course of action to accept a costly fix and remove the material entirely.

In most cases, homeowners insurance doesn't cover asbestos abatement. Insurance policies frequently exclude coverage for pollutants, contaminants, and hazardous materials, which include asbestos. It's considered a pre-existing condition in homes built before its ban, so removal is seen as a maintenance expense rather than an insurable loss. There may be an exception if the asbestos-containing materials are disturbed due to a covered event, such as fire or storm damage. Some policies may cover the abatement as a part of those repairs.

In most cities, it isn’t legal to cover asbestos tile. This is because it’s difficult for the average homeowner to know if they’re causing fibers to become airborne. While there is a method of sealing the asbestos in place—called encapsulation—this needs to be done by a pro, and isn’t appropriate for all situations.

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