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>

How do I prepare for asbestos testing?

• <div>Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.</div>

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Last update on January 25, 2023

Reviewed in January 2023
I won't know the quality until I get the re-test analyzed
Anvil Radon Services
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Reviewed in January 2022
Got an appointment within 2 days of calling, and the technician did a thorough testing of the house, identifying the areas that are a problem. She also recommended a contractor to do the work. I was very pleased with the experience.
Beyond By Aerus
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Reviewed in September 2016
Fast and efficient. Removal and testing done in one day.
ACI-Tech Inc
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Reviewed in April 2015
It seemed high at the time but I paid between $250 to $300. They put down little canisters, sent them to a lab, got he results and then they gave me the results. All they did was take a test.
Liberty Inspection Group
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Reviewed in November 2014
It was great. They came back multiple times to water test and to caulk and finally solved our problem. Thanks Chim-guard! 
Chim-Guard Chimney Sweeps, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2014
Phil contacted me by e-mail and asked for pics of the two cracks. I snapped some pics and sent them. He said he knew that injections would fix the crack. He didn't tell me that they would be jack hammering my floor. That was a surprise when it happened. I was expecting it not to leak again, but...
South Jersey Waterproofing & Structural Repair LLC
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Reviewed in August 2013
Steve Russo arrived punctually to review the job and provide an estimate. He went about his examination in a most professional and courteous manner. I already had two other estimates which seemed too high for the amount of time and work the jobs required. (I am not unfamiliar with plumbing). ...
Russo Bros & Co
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Reviewed in July 2013
Not well. My appointment window was between 1 and 4 p.m. I took off the afternoon to wait for the plumber. Around 2:00 the office called and said the plumber was on his way. He showed up at 3:51. When the plumber arrived he advised me that my leaking faucet would have to be completely...
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2012
I recently had a toilet line break and flood a foyer. My wife was concerned with mold growing in the basement due to the leak. I called Mold Busters after checking out reviews posted on Angieslist. Larry came out very quickly, set up shop, educated me on what he was doing, and then provided...
Mold Busters LLC
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Asbestos is a carcinogen, meaning it increases the risk of cancer. Inhaling asbestos fibers is linked to several respiratory issues, including asbestosis, or scarring on the lungs, lung cancer, and mesothelioma, another type of cancer. There's also a link between asbestos exposure and an increased risk of colon cancer and other cancers of the digestive system.

Usually, the people most at risk for disease related to asbestos exposure are those who spend a lot of time working around the material without protection. Electricians who work with asbestos wire have a higher risk of developing mesothelioma or lung cancer due to their exposure.

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 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.

Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.

Professional testing is advisable to ensure safety regulations are met, and accurate results are obtained using certified methods.

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