Asbestos at Home
Asbestos in Vinyl Products
If your home was constructed before 1980, you could have a vinyl floor in the kitchen, bath, or hallway that contains asbestos. Homes built between the 1920s and 1950s frequently had vinyl wallpaper with asbestos. Flooring and wall covering manufacturers frequently added asbestos to tiles, wallpaper sheet backing, and adhesives to make the flooring or…
Read MoreAsbestos Exposure Concerns in 2022
Asbestos is one of the most dangerous toxic substances in the world. Asbestos is a recognized health hazard, and its use is now highly regulated by both OSHA and EPA. Asbestos fibers inhaled or swallowed never leave the body because they are too strong to be broken down. Asbestos use dates back thousands of years,…
Read MoreDoes Homeowners Insurance Cover Asbestos Removal?
There is nothing more concerning for a homeowner than discovering asbestos in their home. For almost 50 years, asbestos was a common substance used in homebuilding, whether it was in floor tile, insulation, wallboard, or pipes. If you live in a house built between the 1930s and the early 1980s, you’re likely to have asbestos…
Read MoreRenovating Homes and Commercial Properties Increases Asbestos Exposure Risk
When people learn that their home may contain asbestos, they are often terrified. Lung cancer and mesothelioma have been related to asbestos exposure, notably in construction workers and manufacturers who were frequently exposed to it on the job. Every day, most Americans spend at least one-third of their time inside their homes, which is a…
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