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Asbestos has been linked to health issues including but not limited to: Mesothelioma, Lung Cancer (among many other forms of cancer), Asbestosis and numerous respiratory complications.

Although the use of asbestos in building and manufacturing was discontinued in the mid 1970s, it can still be found in many structures and products we use today. Asbestos was used in household materials such as:
Steam Pipes, Boilers, Furnace Ducts, Floor Tile, Vinyl Sheet Flooring, Cement Sheet, Millboard, Paper, Door Gaskets, Soundproofing and Decorative Material, Patching and Joint Compounds, Paint, Shingles, Siding and Cement Roofing.

Therefore, if your house was built prior to 1977 and you have had any water, mold or fire damage that needs to be remediated, it is definitely recommended that you have a certified asbestos inspector come out to investigate your premises immediately. It is absolutely imperative that nobody removes any building materials before asbestos testing and without the supervision and instruction of a certified trained inspector. Here is a list of Do’s and Don’ts if you believe you may possibly have asbestos in your home

• Do keep activities to a minimum in any areas having damaged material that may contain asbestos.
• Do take every precaution to avoid damaging asbestos material.
• Do have removal and major repair done by people trained and qualified in handling asbestos. It is a highly recommended that sampling and minor repair also be done by asbestos professionals.
• Don’t dust, sweep, or vacuum debris that may contain asbestos.
• Don’t saw, sand, scrape, or drill holes in asbestos materials.
• Don’t use abrasive pads or brushes on power strippers to strip wax from asbestos flooring. Never use a power stripper on a dry floor.
• Don’t sand or try to level asbestos flooring or it is backing. When asbestos flooring needs replacing, install new floor covering over it, if possible.
• Don’t track material that could contain asbestos through the house. If you cannot avoid walking through the area, have it cleaned with a wet mop. If the material is from a damaged area, or if a large area must be cleaned, call an asbestos professional.