Environmental

A Colorado property buyer's home inspector discovers what appears to be asbestos-containing material in the attic insulation. The appropriate next step is:

AA. Remove it immediately using household tools
BB. Ignore it if it appears undisturbed
CC. Have a licensed asbestos inspector test the material and recommend remediation if needed✓ Correct
DD. Require the seller to replace the entire attic

Explanation

Asbestos is only hazardous when disturbed and fibers become airborne. The correct procedure is to have a licensed asbestos professional test and assess the material.

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