How Does Asbestos Affect You?

Asbestos can be found in a variety of building materials, including insulation, ceiling and floor tiles, roofing , pipe insulation, and textured paint.

There are over 3000 known products that may contain asbestos. 

In most cases, it is not recommended to test for asbestos yourself. Asbestos testing requires specialized equipment and training, and there is a risk of releasing asbestos fibres into the air if the material is not handled properly. It is best to leave asbestos testing to the professionals.

No, not all buildings built before 1999 contain asbestos. However, buildings constructed before 1999 are more likely to contain asbestos due to its widespread use in construction materials at that time.