Is Covering a Textured Ceiling with New Drywall a Good Idea?
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a situation with my ceiling and would love your thoughts. It's really heavily textured, and I've found out that it requires…
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Asbestos Insulation: Should We Remove or Leave It Alone?
I've got some asbestos insulation around the heating pipes in my basement. My wife wants to remove it, but I'm cautious about that since I've always heard it's…
What should I do after accidentally spreading asbestos in my home?
A couple of months ago, I had an electrician come to fix my electrical panel and during the process, he accidentally broke an eternit board indoors. At first,…
Can I Paint My Floor After Asbestos Tile Removal?
I had asbestos tiles removed by professionals, along with some duct work done over the summer. Now that the tiles are gone, I'm wondering if it's safe to…
Should We Test for Asbestos Before Tearing Down a Wall in Our 1920s Home?
We recently bought a house from 1920 and are considering tearing down a small wall to make our entryway more open. The previous owners, who lived there for…
Should I Remove the Entire Trim When Installing Replacement Windows?
I'm looking to replace my old Andersen windows and have received about five quotes from different contractors. I'm leaning towards ProVia windows since the installer mentioned he would…
What Are the Risks of Removing Asbestos Tile from My Basement?
I recently bought an old church that has 9x9 asbestos tiles in the basement. We've already had an asbestos inspection, which confirmed the tiles are positive for asbestos,…
Am I Just Overreacting About Asbestos Cleanup in My Kids' Room?
Hey everyone, I recently had some asbestos dust in my kids' room due to window installation, so I decided to hire a professional abatement company to clean it…
Should I Worry About Asbestos After Renovations?
Hey everyone, I recently noticed some black mold around the wood trim on my windows in my grandparents' house (which was built in the 1950s). I insisted on…
Is This Pink Substance Behind My Drywall Asbestos or Just Old Drywall?
I've been trying to remove some tiles, and in the process, I've pulled off a portion of the drywall, revealing a pink chalky substance underneath. Could this be…
Should I Be Worried About Vermiculite and a Lead Pipe in My Old House?
I recently had a home inspection on a house built in 1905, and the inspector found vermiculite insulation in the side attics and a lead service line for…
Should I be worried about asbestos exposure from digging in my backyard?
I'm a bit anxious about a situation that happened when my husband was digging in our backyard. He uncovered an asbestos cement sheet and accidentally broke it into…
How Can I Tell if My Floor Tile Contains Asbestos?
I recently discovered some floor tiles from the 1940s under a carpet in my home, and I'm considering removing them to install luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring. Is…
Best Method for Removing Popcorn Ceilings: Scraping vs. Drywall?
Hey everyone! I came across a discussion about removing popcorn ceilings, especially when there's a chance of asbestos in the paint. In the thread, most people suggested scraping…
Accidentally Exposed to Asbestos Tiles – What Should I Do Now?
I accidentally ripped up a tile and just realized it contains asbestos. I'm concerned about what steps I should take next to ensure safety and proper disposal. Any…
Am I in Trouble After Working with Asbestos Insulation?
Hey everyone, So, I just had a ventilation system put in my attic, and the installers wouldn't do it unless I got rid of the glasswool insulation on…