Johnny O. Perea Foundation for

Asbestos Education & Relief

Asbestos Containing Materials

Here is a great video that will help you understand this hazard in homes. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjMsV4VsJew&feature=related 
Note:   The following list does not include every product/material that may contain asbestos.  This is a general guide to show types of materials containing asbestos. Do not disturb or damage any of the items listed in homes built prior to 1985. Any damage due to flooding should be isolated. For more information contact the Foundation or EPA/TSCA Hotline and Asbestos Ombudsman Hours of Service: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (EST) M – F. Telephone: 202-554-1404 TDD: 202-554-0551By FAX: 202-554-5603 (Fax available 24 hours a day)

Sample List of Suspect Asbestos-Containing Materials


 

Cement Pipes

Cement Wallboard

Cement Siding

Asphalt Floor

TileVinyl Floor

TileVinyl Sheet Flooring

Flooring Backing

Construction Mastics (floor tile, carpet, ceiling tile, etc.)

Acoustical Plaster

Decorative Plaster

Textured Paints/Coatings

Ceiling Tiles and Lay-in Panels

Spray-Applied Insulation

Blown-in Insulation

Fireproofing Materials

Taping Compounds (thermal)

Packing Materials (for wall/floor penetrations)

High Temperature Gaskets

Laboratory Hoods/Table Tops

Laboratory Gloves

Fire Blankets

Fire Curtains

Elevator Equipment Panels

Elevator Brake Shoes

HVAC Duct Insulation                         

Boiler Insulation

Breaching Insulation

Ductwork Flexible Fabric Connections

Cooling Towers

Pipe Insulation (corrugated air-cell, block, etc.)

Heating and Electrical Ducts

Electrical Panel Partitions

Electrical Cloth

Electric Wiring Insulation

Chalkboards

Roofing Shingles

Roofing Felt

Roll Roofing

Roof Patching Cement

Base Flashing

Thermal Paper Products

Fire Doors

Caulking/Putties

AdhesivesWallboard

Joint Compounds

Vinyl Wall Coverings

Spackling Compounds