You have probably heard of asbestos, but you might not have ever thought about them being in your home. However, if you have an older home or if older building materials were ever used in your home, there is a chance that your family is at risk of asbestos exposure. These are a few places in your home where you might find asbestos.

1. In Your Popcorn Ceiling Popcorn ceilings aren't just outdated due to their not-so-modern appearance. A lot of people with older homes have actually had their popcorn ceilings removed due to the presence of asbestos. Even though you might be safe right now, you and your family could be exposed if your popcorn ceiling begins to flake and fall off, which can happen naturally over time or could occur if something bumps against it, such as when you're moving tall furniture.

2. Underneath Your Flooring Even though the flooring in your home might look pristine and new, there is really no way of knowing what is underneath it until you rip it up. If the underlayment underneath the floor is not showing, you should not have anything to worry about now. However, if you decide to remove the flooring later and replace it, you should consider having it checked out by an asbestos removal team. Then, you can ensure that you aren't at risk while removing the floor.

3. In-Between Your Walls Even if your walls are made of fresh sheetrock, there is a chance that the materials within your walls -- such as old sheetrock or old insulation -- could contain asbestos. If the walls are properly sealed off, you should be fine. However, if you have an older home, it's never a bad idea to have your walls -- and the rest of your home -- checked out for asbestos. If you decide to tear out walls later, such as in the midst of a big remodeling project, you will want to hire an asbestos team to assist you. Otherwise, you could be exposed to asbestos.

As you can see, there is a possibility that there are asbestos hidden somewhere in your home, particularly if you have an older home or if your home features older building materials. Luckily, a good asbestos removal team can inspect your home for asbestos and can remove harmful materials from your home in the safest and most effective manner possible. If you haven't had an inspection done, it's a good idea to do so to ensure that your family is not at risk of exposure. Contact a company like Mac-Bestos Inc for more information.