What does asbestos do to humans?

• <div>When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.</div>

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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Reviewed in November 2021
I hired Ray Page based on very positive online reviews and recommendations from friends. I’m very glad I hired them for the job. They gave me the first appointment of the day to accommodate my schedule. Their technician, Luke, was on time, customer- oriented, courteous and professional. He wore...
Ray Page Plumbing, Inc
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Reviewed in May 2019
Great service. Very responsive and reasonably priced. I had some challenging cracks on an incline and Tyler did a great job with them. Some cracks had some drip marks after being filled but they went away with time. I tried two different DIY options first and neither one held. The true test will...
Anselmo Sealcoating And Asphalt Services
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Reviewed in December 2018
We have been using Septicology for our clients' septic system inspections and certifications for about one year now. Daniel presents a professional demeanor and his detailed reports include complete documentation of testing results including photos of all conditions he is seeing. We are...
Septicology, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2018
Very professional and helpful in their testing.
Capital Environmental Enterprises, Inc
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Reviewed in February 2018
The self-test product was as expected. The reports require additional research to interpret and understand, so seemed more targeted at professionals.
Moldlab
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Reviewed in January 2018
I don't know anything about mold, so I was asking lots of questions. He was describing three different types of testing and talked about testing the outside air. When I said I was not interested in having the outside air tested because I wanted to start with testing the inside, he told me...
Nature's Way, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2017
When I first heard about the Grout Doctor I was immediately skeptical about the idea of it all. I assumed that it was some sort of scam, that they would come in with a magic cleaner that would leave my shower looking nice for 10-30days max. I couldn't have been more wrong. I spoke with the...
The Grout Doctor
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Reviewed in March 2017
The new tank went in great but was carried out by a sub-contractor who we would use again. However, the removal of the old tank was a nightmare. They dug it out and filled in the hole with exisiting and some new soil then sent a sample away for testing. The test came back with contamination and...
A-1 TANKMASTERS
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Reviewed in April 2015
Staff arrived within the scheduled time slot, quoted a fair price, worked efficiently, and cleaned up before leaving. They were also very professional and explained how they would approach the project. Lastly, I appreciated that they TESTED the finished product to ensure there weren't...
All Plumbing Repair Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
I called Joe the Plumber about coming out to reset our toilet. I had some other questions as well and they were very friendly and helpful on the phone. The plumber arrived on time and got right to work. He was friendly and answered all of my questions. He pulled the toilet and...
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Many homeowners may never have to test their homes for asbestos. Asbestos particles are only dangerous if they become airborne. If you plan to do construction or notice damage to piping, siding, or drywall, you should hire a specialist to test for asbestos.

If you plan to remodel your home or have any concerns, you should have your home tested for asbestos just to be safe.

When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.

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)

Federal law doesn’t require homeowners to disclose the presence of asbestos in their home, but some states and local municipalities may require it. That is why it’s important to test an older home for asbestos and other health hazards before moving forward with a sale.

No, an N95 mask will not protect against asbestos and many other hazardous materials, such as carbon monoxide, gas, chemical vapors, and other gases. You will need a respirator specifically designed to protect against asbestos. However, if you suspect asbestos is present in your home, hire an asbestos abatement professional immediately and avoid the area until they arrive for the inspection.

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