How do I prepare for asbestos testing?

• <div>Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.</div>

Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div>No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.</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>

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>

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Reviewed in June 2026
This job was to clean out the ash pit below the fireplace at my house. I don’t think they (2 guys) had experience with this type of fire box. However, that did not deter them. They investigated the structure, did research using their smartphones, worked in less than perfect conditions, to do...
Bob's Handyman & More LLC
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Reviewed in June 2025
Got the work done in excellent timing and did an awesome job , highly recommend Michael for any of your plumbing needs !
G&M Plumbing & Handyman Service
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Reviewed in December 2022
Extremely happy with the results in our kitchen!
Gibson Wood Renewal, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2022
They are very personable and care about your project and the work they are completing. During the bathroom project the water heater blew after hours. They came out I went with them to purchase the tank and they installed it and we had hot water again in less than three hours at night when you...
Top shelf builders
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Reviewed in March 2022
They installed a 30A generator plug outside garage wall. While installing 30A breaker, they had to rearrange the other breakers to install an Interlock kit to assure safety. Communication was very good with office on parts ordering and scheduling techs. The techs brought all the parts that...
Mr. Electric of Charleston
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Reviewed in November 2020
Britton was very honest and thorough. He completed testing in a timely manner started to address our issue which has grown. He has continued to help us with open communication and advice.
Aurora Drone Services
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Reviewed in August 2018
They fitted the time restraints of my job into their schedule. Arrived on time. Thoroughly professional. Good clean up. Now all I need is torrential rain to test the new gutters!
Superior Home Specialists, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2017
It wasn't until the job was done that they admitted this was the first or one of a very few kitchen remodels that they had done. The main problem was a matter of communication. On one occasion, they removed a gang of switches and questioned the need for them. When they hooked it back up, one was...
Coal River Remodeling
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Reviewed in April 2012
Inspector (the individual) personally recommended by my realtor. He arrived at the home a few minutes before the scheduled time and had already begun the outside survey when I arrived. The inspection was very thorough and found several cosmetic items that both the agent and I had overlooked...
US Inspect
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.

No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.

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)

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

Professional testing is advisable to ensure safety regulations are met, and accurate results are obtained using certified methods.

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