Home Asbestos Testing
Although it is always a good option to let a qualified professional do your home asbestos test for you, there are some home test kits available for less than $10 that can be useful if you want to test a specific area of your home, like attic insulation. A company called Pro-Labs makes a test kit that is safe and easy to use, and because of the minimal cost involved, it might be a good option for testing a particular area that you are unsure about.
In the worst case scenario, if the test kit results are positive, you can be sure that even though a professional will cost you a lot of money from then on, they will at least get the job done right if you are considering asbestos removal. On the other hand, if the test kit results are negative, you have just saved yourself an expensive visit from a qualified professional!
Typically, asbestos testing should be left to professionals if you are dealing with a home or structure built before the 1980s. During that time, homes were routinely manufactured to contain many asbestos products, such as shingles, siding, and isolation. The reason you should consult with a professional is because it takes a trained eye to detect all of the asbestos contained in your home, giving you absolute peace of mind that there will be no hazards in your home once it is removed.
Asbestos is responsible for approximately 10,000 deaths a year in the US, and worst of all, the numbers seem to be rising! Home asbestos testing is a smart move and worth every penny for you and your family’s well-being.