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 September 2025
The project was done last Spring in a timely manner and we love the roof! We'll see it it will stand up to the test of a Vermont winter
East Coast Metal Roofing, LLC - Vermont
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Reviewed in October 2021
Zach responded promptly to my request, studied the project, proposed a solution, and completed the (small) job within the week. Have not yet had opportunity to test the results, but feel hopeful. Very pleasant to work with. Very expensive, and work completed without giving me receipts or a...
Perfectionist
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Reviewed in January 2020
He showed up and showed him to the bathroom. Not very big 11ft by 5ft. I told him what I wanted to have done. He said he had an electrician and a plumber so he could handle it. It was great seemed like he knew what he was doing. He gave me a quote for labor and trash removal. We where not able...
Marcone Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2019
Tested water, suggested the equipment to remove the odor and explained benefits, plus gave a great discount from the local home show. The equipment was installed quickly and efficiently on the date requested, our water no longer has any issues... Exceptional work and very clean, explained...
Aerus
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Reviewed in October 2018
Very thorough, prompt with report which included many detailed pictures of any potential problem areas and suggested corrective actions. Also performed radon and water quality testing, which I included in the total price below - home inspection alone was $450.
HomeSmith Services, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2018
Bo and helper showed up promptly, as scheduled, diagnosed and went to work. He really, really knows his stuff. This is all he does, so he does it quickly and thoroughly. Cleared pipes all the way to the connection to city sewer lines. Left stickers on pipe documenting date of service, length of...
BO'S SEWER & DRAIN SVC
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Reviewed in April 2018
Worst experience of my life. Remodelers is NOT a liscensed plumber or electrician!! 1. Niche positioned incorrectly in shower. Did not consult us or use the Curtis Lumber designer info. 2. Two niches in main bathroom instead of one. Same as 1 3. Mosaic tile in master bath placed incorrectly....
Trillium Remodel
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Reviewed in May 2017
It was serviced but the weather is too cold outside to test the unit
Peak Mechanical, LLP
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Reviewed in April 2016
Jerry arrived quickly, even though it was a Saturday. He was extremely nice and explained the issue. After determining that the house trap was clogged he did some further testing to determine that the sewer line was not running as well as it should. He cleared the house trap and augured out...
P & P Septic Service
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Reviewed in April 2016
Started with a cleaning, but I knew I wanted leaf guards installed. Their guards looked good - more like a sheet of metal with holes in it instead of the kind that tries to divert leaves one way and water another, or fill the entire cavity with a porous mesh. <br>Guards didn't fit on existing...
Bronson Johnson Seamless Gutters
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You can tell if old flooring has asbestos if thick black flooring adhesive is underneath the tiles. However, homeowners should not cut into linoleum floors to look for this adhesive. Instead, hiring a specialist to test the floors is the only safe way to determine if old flooring has asbestos.

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.

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

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.

Asbestos testing is conducted by collecting samples from materials suspected to contain asbestos and analyzing them in laboratories for confirmed presence.

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