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 April 15, 2019

Reviewed in April 2019
no rain so not tested yet
L I Metal Systems
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Reviewed in February 2019
A-1 did an excellent job testing mold in my residence and explaining risk factors and potential remediation that may or not be needed. Very professional service, highly recommend!
A1 Certified Environmental
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Reviewed in January 2016
William was easy to contact and he was professional. We set an appointment between 4:30-5:30 and at 4:30 I recieved a call saying he was at my home. We recieved the test results with in 24 hours. We appreciated his honesty and would definitely recommend to others.
Laroue Environmental, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2014
My pool was leaking. I had contracted another company in 1/2013 to do the leak detection test. for a fee of $375. The leak was coming from my skimmer. The other company wanted to charge hundreds of dollars more to fix the skimmer than Leakfinders Inc. and refused to match their price. I am...
Complete Pool Services
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Reviewed in October 2013
Our overall experience with Mr. Simco was very positive and we are very pleased with the outcome of the project he completed on our patio. First, he came as scheduled to examine the work we needed to have completed. He was very thorough and detailed and gave us an idea what the project might...
CL Simco Services
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Reviewed in September 2013
Installed a new HVAC system and was told by the city that I would need a HERS Rater Report before they can permit the system. Found Alleluia Air online and called them. David, the owner, answered and was very professional. He answered all my questions in detail and walked me through the...
Alleluia Air
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Reviewed in June 2013
I purchased a 75 year old Tudor home four years ago in a historic South Pasadena neighborhood. After doing several renovations, it was time to address the landscaping, or lack of. My property has a very large back yard which was basically a blank canvas, except for an unsightly telephone pole. I...
CANTERBURY LANDSCAPING INC
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Reviewed in December 2012
The technician arrived on time and checked the levels of carbon monoxide emitted by my combustion devices, checked the walls, attic and crawlspace to check the presence/condition of insulation, reviewed my utility bills to determine energy consumptions, did a blower door test to check the level...
Building Doctors
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Reviewed in December 2012
Very good until we starting talking about remediation. When we started talking about specifics as far as how much and what gets done, Jorge didn't really have much info, which seemed strange, almost like they sub it out. Other than that they seemed very good for the initial testing phase. ...
Sky Blue Restorations
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Reviewed in August 2012
Called Coast to Coast Plumbing and made an appointment for the following Saturday for around 9am. It was easy to make the appointment. On Saturday, no one showed up and I called the office around 11am. Seems there was a little confusion about the appointment time, and the office person had a...
Coast To Coast Plumbing And Rooter
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Asbestos-containing materials are not easily affected by water and do not disintegrate or dissolve when exposed to it. However, porous materials can deteriorate due to water exposure, leading to the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The settling of asbestos fibers can also occur as water makes them heavy, which reduces the risk of airborne exposure, though future disturbance of the materials could cause risk. Wetting asbestos-containing materials does not constitute safe removal, and the proper handling and disposal of asbestos materials should be left to professionals.

When learning how to test for asbestos in a popcorn ceiling, you have an option for a DIY job or to hire a professional tester. You can purchase a kit at a hardware store and use personal protective equipment while doing the test. If you don’t want to risk any potential exposure to asbestos, hire a professional asbestos testing company instead.

While asbestos can’t be directly absorbed through the skin—the fibers are too big—skin contact can still produce symptoms. Contact dermatitis can flare up in sensitive individuals but in most cases, the danger from asbestos comes from inhaling the fibers, or dust, that is produced when asbestos is disturbed. If you touch asbestos by accident, immediately wash yourself and your clothes.

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 asbestos is found, it is crucial to consult with a professional. They will provide recommendations for appropriate abatement actions, which may include safe removal, containment, sealing, or enclosure. All actions must be planned and executed in accordance with local regulations for handling asbestos.

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