How long does it take for asbestos to harm you?

• <div>According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:<ul><li>Amount of exposure</li><li>Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers</li><li>Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos</li><li>Genetic factors </li><li>Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)</li></ul></div>

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Last update on November 17, 2024

Reviewed in November 2024
Happy with results ,no complaints about the job I received
Kelton Welding LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
John did a great job and I am very satisfied with the results.
Rest One Inc
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Reviewed in October 2023
All 4 men worked constantly. Very quiet and professional!! ALL answered me as maâ am! They did everything that I asked. I was mad at myself for not having plants. I decided to add 5 more plants, but they dug the holes, and now I just put them in!! Iâ m very happy and very pleased! YES I WILL...
Nothing Fancy Lawn Service & Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in September 2023
Carson was recommended to me by a realtor. Initially every thing was great, he was quick to respond and took the job on short notice. We walked him through the property and explained what we wanted and he said it was no problem. After three weeks he said the job was done. The job included...
C Dubbs Land Clearing
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Reviewed in July 2023
They done great I got a mold treatment and half encapsulation and it looks wonderful!
The Foundation Guys
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Reviewed in December 2021
They take care of the customers, timely and overall great experience.
Kenyon Remodeling
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Reviewed in November 2021
Great experience, very friendly and repaired my hottub in a very timely manner.
A Allstar Plumbing And Remodeling, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2021
This is been a very positive experience from start to finish Austin griffice was my bath fitter very professional very efficient cannot ask for anything more
Bath Fitter of Birmingham
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Reviewed in December 2020
Trust me, just call them and be done calling folks! I called them about 3pm as I saw water flowing through my yard. They asked if I had water, to which I told them no that I had cut it off. I told them I could make it until morning if needed and they asked to call me back, had already heard this...
Keith The Plumber LLC
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Reviewed in October 2017
This test pinpointed the problem and I fixed it. Many many people do you know that would help you solve a problem without a charge.
Butler Electrical Contractors
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

It can be safe to live in a house with asbestos as long as the asbestos-containing materials are intact, in good condition, and not disturbed. Asbestos becomes dangerous only when its fibers are released into the air, which happens if the material is damaged, crumbling, or disturbed during renovation work. If you suspect asbestos is present, do not disturb it. Instead of removal, materials in good condition can sometimes be encapsulated. It is recommended to have regular professional inspections to monitor the condition of the asbestos and prevent health risks from potential exposure.

If you own a stereo microscope, you should be able to see the fibers. The stereo microscope often can perform magnification up to 50x. But unless you have experience viewing asbestos fibers, you may not know exactly what you are seeing. Some fibers are curly, while others are long and straight. Blue, brown, white, and gray colored fibers are all possible.

Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.

According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:

Amount of exposure
Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers
Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos
Genetic factors
Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

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