Usually people would check for asbestos before purchasing an older house. I'm surprised the house inspector didn't catch it. Sorry you had to deal with it. I'm glad you did your due diligence to check.
There had been work done previously and they hadn’t encountered any, but we wanted to double check before we tore up the kitchen. Everything with this house has been a very slow process 😣
In the UK because the surveyor can't cut holes in somebody else's house so they caveat most things with a report like "ceiling is stipple effect - may contain asbestos as asbestos was used extensively between 1950-1990 and a separate asbestos survey is required." So you can only really test once you've bought it... I'm not sure the seller is going to agree to "May I cut a 1 inch chunk out of your ceiling, walls and any extensions/garages that were built later than the original building so that I can have an asbestos survey and offer you less money if it is positive!" 😄
Ya home inspectors don't test for asbestos. Many old homes have atleast some asbestos somewhere. It's just reality. So prepare and save money to deal with the issue if need be. Or buy a new build is pretty much all you can do unfortunately.
Most popcorn ceilings contain about 2% asbestos. If you wore respirators and wet the material well, you would probably be ok and safe lots of money. You can buy sealants to go over your asbestos flooring. The asbestos flooring generally doesn’t have to be removed.
Wow!! Thank you for this video. i'm literally having a heart attack because we found out the property we are interested in has asbestos and it broke my heart. But this video gives me hope!
Having an old house I would suggest even if it has been abated to never knock out walls. Don't open up a can of worms. Home inspectors generally do not check for asbestos.
Congrats on your new house! My dad just recently had the bathroom renovated and it took two weeks. There were days we couldn't properly take showers. Renovations are not fun.
loved the second outfit especially!! oh girl, it's so tough to find good fitting trousers for petite girls with short legs 😞 I feel you ❤ hope everything goes well with the renovations!
We had that issue when we got our old house too. We had to get the asbestos removed from our attic and it took one month to get it abated. Simultaneously we ended up with a pipe bursting and flooding the kitchen. I was pregnant at the time so we had to live elsewhere, so stressful!
Congrats on the new home! Hmmmm are you getting permits for these? Don’t think you “need” them. But contractors take short cuts so having a permit will make sure they do their job correctly. I’ll be costly and may prolong the project if you get a permit FYI. Also, on the contract ALWAYS but a deadline (date) so you can keep the contractor or whoever is fixing up your house accountable. General guestimate of how long it should take... double the amount of time they quoted you for lol. Bc they’ll find something that’s interfere with the original plan which will prolong it.
I'm sorry if I missed it but why did you move ? Did you no longer like yout old home ? I remember when you renovated the living space of your old place and put in a beautiful coach. Wishing you a speedy and safe renovation!
I think Ben mentioned on instagram that they moved because of schools for their kids. Their old home was great to access the city but the local schools weren't great.
If you are considering a home built before 1975 expect: Asbestos, Mold and Lead-Based paint. If these things freek you out, then you need to seriously consider buying/renting a home built in the 1980's or newer. I KNOW, I'VE BEEN AN Asbestos & Mold abatement contractor for 22 years. It never ceases to amaze me when super/hyper sensitive people buy/rent old homes and then want them lead-based paint & asbestos free. If you're that sensitive then GET A NEWER HOME!!!
You could’ve removed the asbestos by yourself btw. Mastic is most of the time no friable so you would be able to remove it without any fibers in the air
Usually people would check for asbestos before purchasing an older house. I'm surprised the house inspector didn't catch it. Sorry you had to deal with it. I'm glad you did your due diligence to check.
There had been work done previously and they hadn’t encountered any, but we wanted to double check before we tore up the kitchen. Everything with this house has been a very slow process 😣
The inspector doesn’t test for asbestos, the only thing he could say is ‘house may contain asbestos because it was built before the 80s etc’.
In the UK because the surveyor can't cut holes in somebody else's house so they caveat most things with a report like "ceiling is stipple effect - may contain asbestos as asbestos was used extensively between 1950-1990 and a separate asbestos survey is required."
So you can only really test once you've bought it... I'm not sure the seller is going to agree to "May I cut a 1 inch chunk out of your ceiling, walls and any extensions/garages that were built later than the original building so that I can have an asbestos survey and offer you less money if it is positive!" 😄
Ya home inspectors don't test for asbestos. Many old homes have atleast some asbestos somewhere. It's just reality. So prepare and save money to deal with the issue if need be. Or buy a new build is pretty much all you can do unfortunately.
Most popcorn ceilings contain about 2% asbestos. If you wore respirators and wet the material well, you would probably be ok and safe lots of money. You can buy sealants to go over your asbestos flooring. The asbestos flooring generally doesn’t have to be removed.
I almost feel like the previous owners just covered up the asbestos rather than deal with the problem.
Wow!! Thank you for this video. i'm literally having a heart attack because we found out the property we are interested in has asbestos and it broke my heart. But this video gives me hope!
I'm a qualified asbestos consultant in New Zealand, so if you have any questions in future, I'd be happy to help!
Hi, I'm in Australia and looking to buy an old house. How much does a double story 3 bedroom home cost to remove it on average?
The outfits are so cute! Hope the rest of the renovating process goes smoothly.
3:49 That´s asbestos dust in the kitchen floor and carpet floor ??
you have so much energy for everything!!! with kids, my home (not moved) is not organized forever... maybe this year?! haha
I am wondering if it can completely remove the asbestos?
I can't wait to see the final result! I'm sure it will look awesome!
Having an old house I would suggest even if it has been abated to never knock out walls. Don't open up a can of worms. Home inspectors generally do not check for asbestos.
Congrats on your new house! My dad just recently had the bathroom renovated and it took two weeks. There were days we couldn't properly take showers. Renovations are not fun.
Do you need to check for asbestos in the wall before you rip out the wall?
loved the second outfit especially!! oh girl, it's so tough to find good fitting trousers for petite girls with short legs 😞 I feel you ❤ hope everything goes well with the renovations!
We had that issue when we got our old house too. We had to get the asbestos removed from our attic and it took one month to get it abated. Simultaneously we ended up with a pipe bursting and flooding the kitchen. I was pregnant at the time so we had to live elsewhere, so stressful!
What a nightmare for your friend. Definitely worth doing as much as you can before settling into a house - I'm there right now.
What a gorgeous 1920s house! Hoping you keep some of that original character in the remodel!
Congrats on the new home!
Hmmmm are you getting permits for these? Don’t think you “need” them. But contractors take short cuts so having a permit will make sure they do their job correctly. I’ll be costly and may prolong the project if you get a permit FYI.
Also, on the contract ALWAYS but a deadline (date) so you can keep the contractor or whoever is fixing up your house accountable.
General guestimate of how long it should take... double the amount of time they quoted you for lol. Bc they’ll find something that’s interfere with the original plan which will prolong it.
Did you have the insurance remove the asbestos?
Congratulations on the new house!!! Love your green sweater .... where is it from?
who's the company who removed the asbestos , if you still have their name please,? thanks.
Ooh I love the lavender color! Hope the renovation turns out great!
Your makeup is on point!!!!! Tutorial?????
I love this style of video! So casual
Cool new home. Can't wait to see the final outcome
So exciting!! Love your positive attitude despite the challenges! 🙂
Asbestos talk turned into fashion show
Omg can't wait to see the end result
Hi Jen, where did you get your couch? Thank you :)
Love the green sporty tights! You should definitely check out Black Milk Clothing, they have so many awesome (both printed and sporty) leggings in XXS
I'm sorry if I missed it but why did you move ? Did you no longer like yout old home ? I remember when you renovated the living space of your old place and put in a beautiful coach. Wishing you a speedy and safe renovation!
I think Ben mentioned on instagram that they moved because of schools for their kids. Their old home was great to access the city but the local schools weren't great.
I have a 1 and 3 year old too!! ❤️ Can’t wait time see the renovation!!~~
If you are considering a home built before 1975 expect: Asbestos, Mold and Lead-Based paint. If these things freek you out, then you need to seriously consider buying/renting a home built in the 1980's or newer. I KNOW, I'VE BEEN AN Asbestos & Mold abatement contractor for 22 years. It never ceases to amaze me when super/hyper sensitive people buy/rent old homes and then want them lead-based paint & asbestos free. If you're that sensitive then GET A NEWER HOME!!!
What's that green off the shoulder top from? (Not the fabletics)
You look so happy in your new house congratulations 🎈🍾🎊🎉
hope everything goes well.
Your poor friend, that sounds like a total nightmare 😔
Loving your pinkish reddish eye makeup at the start of the vlog. Give us a tutorial😍
Gah, I hope you guys aren’t too stressed!
Congratulations on your new house!!
You could’ve removed the asbestos by yourself btw. Mastic is most of the time no friable so you would be able to remove it without any fibers in the air
Would have been helpful if you defined what asbestos was 🤔 what exactly is it? Google time!
Your house is from the 1930's