Dear Jerry: Thanks so much for all of your informative columns over the years. Many years ago — possibly 20 or more — I read with interest a column concerning replacing old asbestos siding with modern ...

The cost of asbestos siding removal averages $5,700, but a typical range is between $690 and $20,000. Some key factors that affect the total removal cost include the size of the area, type of asbestos ...

Having spent over 15 years writing about technology, Lawrence has turned his eye to remodeling, smart home services, maintenance and home repair projects. He now contributes DIY, informational and ...

Learn how to safely repair and replace broken asbestos or fiber cement siding while minimizing health risks and following proper handling guidelines. This step-by-step tutorial covers preparation, ...

Q: We recently made a purchase offer on a 60-year old house. When we received the “Form 17” property disclosure statement from the listing agent, we discovered that the house has “asbestos siding” ...

The mere presence of asbestos siding should not be a deal-killer. Just make sure you are buying the house at a good price that takes into account the negative impact that the siding may have on buyers ...

Q: We're about to buy an old house that has asbestos siding and are unsure about whether to proceed with the purchase. We have two children and are very concerned about health hazards. What can you ...

When Georgetown City Administrator Chris Eldridge and his wife, Stephanie, moved into their home at 327 Duke Street they planned to renovate the house by removing the old asbestos siding and replace ...