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Matt and Kristen pause kitchen demolition at their home to test for asbestos in existing building materials.0:25 After receiving a professional quote of nearly $1,000 for sampling, they purchase two at-home test kits from Amazon for under $50.1:05 The process involves collecting two-by-two-inch samples while wearing gloves and avoiding dust inhalation, then shipping the samples to a laboratory via UPS for analysis.2:22 While awaiting results, the pair continues removing upper cabinets and clearing debris from the garage.7:34 Matt utilizes a manual impact driver to remove stubborn Tapcon screws and sorts through vintage items found in the house.22:38 The couple emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and budget management during renovation, noting that costs escalate quickly with finishings like faucets and cabinet hardware.24:53 They plan to resume heavy demolition once the asbestos test results confirm the safety of the materials.23:51

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