Can asbestos be found in drywall? | In most cases | 14% | In some cases | 64% | Never | 7% | Not sure | 14% | | | Question: Can asbestos be found in drywall? Top Answer (64% of 14 votes): In some cases.
Answer: In some cases Explanation: In drywall used in boiler rooms or other areas that need a high fire rating, asbestos can be found. Most commonly this occurs in older buildings. Asbestos can also be found (rarely) in other drywall. You can never rule it out. | EOCT of Michigan | Answer: In some cases Explanation: I have not seen it in drywall. But, asbestos is a naturally occurring fiber. It could get mixed into drywall as part of the Gypsum. There are often traces of asbestos in plaster. | Quality Environmental | Answer: In some cases Explanation: It will depend on the time of installation of the drywall. It could be in the drywall system, not necessarily the drywall itself. Mud can contain asbestos, for instance. | National Demolition & Environmental, Inc. | | ProMatcher | Answer: In some cases Explanation: Not in newer gypsum base drywall. | Brewer Contract Consulting |
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