Asbestos is the name given to a number of naturally occurring fibrous silicates and is also a risk to our health. It may be in your home. It was banned by EPA from since1978. Asbestos is not always an immediate hazard, in fact asbestos can be maintained in good conditions. So, please inform your client not to worry about it. However there is a possibility that she is right as it was used to maintain temperature in the house just like it was used in refrigerators long back. ................................. Greg Mathew Alaska Drug Treatment