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>

How long does it take for asbestos to harm you?

• <div>According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:<ul><li>Amount of exposure</li><li>Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers</li><li>Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos</li><li>Genetic factors </li><li>Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)</li></ul></div>

Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div>No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-texture-drywall.htm">create a textured drywall ceiling</a> with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos. </div>

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Rapid response. Testes for the presence of mold. Test indicated none was present. The
Rapid Response Remediation
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Reviewed in May 2018
Based on our experience, we would recommend Water Wells in a heartbeat! They were wonderfully responsive, easy to communicate with, careful to show/explain what was needed and how to maintain/test the new system, attentive to cleaning up the work area (including sweeping and washing the floor...
Water Wells Inc
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Reviewed in February 2018
The energy auditor for Beneficial Insulation, Tim Ryan, performed a blower test. He advised us of the amount of insulation needed, the venting required, and the need to seal areas with foam. He also conducted a blower test after the project. The crew from Beneficial included Phil, Chris, and...
BENEFICIAL INSULATION LLC
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Reviewed in October 2017
no more water leaks but the real test will be next spring.
Tri State Basement Repair
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Reviewed in December 2016
Jp improvements got back to me the same day I asked for a quote and scheduled an appointment the very next day to look at the damage. John showed up on time and gave us a estimate. Shorty after we asked John to go ahead with the work. In about two weeks the work was started and was found we had...
JP Improvements LLC
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Reviewed in September 2016
They were significantly cheaper than any other quote i received on this job, their communication was great, and they did what they said they would do when they said they would do it - something that is unfortunately not very common in this business apparently. They made something I knew nothing...
Environmental Construction Services
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Reviewed in July 2015
We have had a bad smell off and on in our living room for the past 2 years. We hired another "mold specialist" who walked through our entire house, stayed for 5 hours, overcharged us and didn't even test for mold. He told us to change our carpeting which we did, but the smell came back....
Indoor Environmental Testing Inc
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Reviewed in April 2015
Very well. All tests that I expected were performed, plus a check of exhaust gasses that I had not expected. No problems were found. (The price was low because it was an Angie's List "Big Deal.") 
Seasonal Survival
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Reviewed in March 2015
Went very well. Showed up on-time and was extremely knowledgeable. He went into great detail to explain all the tests he was doing, the results he was seeing, and what they meant. Discovered one major issue in our house and several minor ones. For the minor ones he explained exactly how I...
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Reviewed in September 2014
Exactly as described by person who provided quote. Came in, took anticipated amount of time, tested thoroughly, helped set thermostats, not charge or fixing humidifier, cleaned up, thanked us and left. Exactly as promised. It just doesn't get any better than that. 
Bethke Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
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If you suspect exposure to asbestos, prioritize seeking medical advice by informing your healthcare provider about the potential exposure with clear details about the circumstances that led to the exposure. Regular health check-ups and screenings if you work in high-risk industries or live in a home with asbestos are essential for early detection of any asbestos-related conditions. You should also consider consulting occupational health experts or legal professionals for guidance on potential next steps and preventive measures.

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

According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:

Amount of exposure
Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers
Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos
Genetic factors
Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)

The microscopic asbestos fibers do not cause eye irritation, throat irritation, or lung irritation. If you are inhaling fibers, you will not know it. This lack of immediate symptoms is one of the reasons why asbestos is so dangerous. You cannot know for certain if you are inhaling fibers, which is why you must wear safety gear if you could have any chance of an exposure while working.

No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still create a textured drywall ceiling with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos.

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