In older materials you might find asbestos in:
An asbestos screen is a protective barrier or enclosure that is used to contain and prevent the release of asbestos fibers during renovation or removal of asbestos-containing materials in buildings. It is designed to minimize the risk of asbestos exposure to workers and occupants.
Some older soffit boards are constructed from asbestos cement sheets, many types of insulation, if you have an older home with cloth wiring the cloth can contain asbestos as well.
In older domestic properties, you may find asbestos in:exterior transite sidinghot water and steam pipe insulationvinyl floor tile and masticspackling compound on sheet rock seams
For asbestos inspection, visit the Asbestos Inspection Services website. For asbestos removal, Asbestos Removal, Inc. or Alpha Environ are better choices.
You're generally not going to find asbestos in a residential dwelling, so don't worry about it. If you get asbestosis or mesothelioma from occupational asbestos exposure, then yes, you should get a lawyer.
You can find an asbestos attorney online at many websites or at your local yellowpage. One such website I find is http://www.asbestosattorneys.net/.
Modern buildings are usually able to withstand greater strain from natural disasters and are more energy efficient. Older buildings have a certain aesthetic quality that many people find pleasing.
You can find asbestos lawyers through the national mesothelioma financial recovery website. They have plenty of information on mesothelioma -- the type of cancer caused by asbestos -- and listings for lawyers.
It is possible to find online asbestos testing service providers. You can get this information at healthvermont.gov/enviro/asbestos/asbestos_contractor.aspx. The site also provides advice.
To find out if asbestos is in your vinyl, have a small sample collected and analyzed by a qualified laboratory.
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First check whether you need to dispose of your asbestos as it can sometimes be safely left alone. If you are concerned about asbestos in your home then you should call for a specialist asbestos surveyor who will be able to advise you.