Yes—many homes in Chicago, especially those built before 1985, may still contain asbestos in materials like pipe insulation, floor tiles, popcorn ceilings, roofing shingles, and joint compound. While banned in new construction, asbestos wasn’t fully phased out until the late 1980s, and it remains in thousands of older homes in neighborhoods like Beverly, Portage Park, and Cicero.
Asbestos becomes dangerous when it’s disturbed, releasing fibers into the air. If you’re remodeling, drilling, or tearing out old materials, it’s critical to get your home tested first.
What Are the Signs of Asbestos in My House?
Asbestos cannot be identified by sight alone, but some warning signs include:
Crumbling insulation around pipes
Worn-out vinyl or 9×9 floor tiles
Popcorn ceilings or textured coatings
Fibrous backing behind sheet vinyl
If your home contains any of these materials and was built before 1990, assume there may be asbestos and get it tested.
Asbestos Testing Chicago IL
Professional asbestos testing is affordable and fast. At EHC Industries, we send licensed inspectors to your home to:
Collect samples without disturbing materials
Submit them for lab testing
Provide a detailed, EPA-compliant report
We serve Chicago, Oak Lawn, Elmhurst, Berwyn, and surrounding areas with fast turnaround and confidential results.
Residential Asbestos Removal Chicago
If testing confirms asbestos, we’ll help you move forward with safe, efficient removal. Our certified abatement team specializes in:
Popcorn ceiling removal
Floor tile & mastic abatement
Pipe insulation removal
HVAC duct wrap disposal
We follow IDPH and OSHA regulations to protect your family, your property, and your air quality.
Protect Your Home and Family with Local Asbestos Help
Don’t wait for symptoms or damage. If your home was built before 1990, you may be living with hidden asbestos.
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Book your asbestos inspection with EHC Industries today—Chicago’s local experts in safe, certified asbestos removal.
