How long does it take for asbestos to harm you?

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

Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div><p>No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-texture-drywall.htm">create a textured drywall ceiling</a> with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos. </p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2023
Preston was easy to work with and took the time to explain the testing process. When the results came back, he got them over to use the same day and took the time to explain them in detail. Definitely recommend!
Mold P.I.
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Reviewed in March 2022
Thank you, your water filtration system is a perfect fit for our house in Reston VA. Worked with Randy who made free water test and recommendation and had the system installed by young man Matchett. Working with both gents was a real pleasure: they were in time, professional, did not waste my...
Mermaid Water II
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Reviewed in September 2021
We moved to FL May 7 2021. We had horrible tasting water and called culligan immediately. They came out May 11 and said we had great water and that a water softener was all we needed at the price of nearly $4,200. We signed up! We were supposed to get a follow up visit within 2 weeks, never...
Culligan of Ocala FL
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Reviewed in December 2018
The company does not conduct water testing as advertised.
Certified Mold Assessments
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Reviewed in October 2018
Steve Nagel showed up on time, brought the necessary equipment, conscientiously inspected and tested the appropriate areas where the leak could be happening, and soon located the leak. He then checked and re-checked its location, pinpointing it to within a foot. He then marked its location with...
American Leak Detection
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Reviewed in December 2017
Thomas came when he said he would tested my water gave me all the information. Gave me a price which was very fair and came the next day to install it. I would recommend this company to anybody that wants a good job done.
Meeks Water Treatment, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2017
Remediation was successful. Post-work test results came back great! Sale of our house moving forward!!! Thank you NE for your prompt reply & service & expertise!!
NE Radon Doctors
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Reviewed in May 2017
the care they took to test my water to make sure i got right product and to take care of main problems
Crystal Pump Repair Services
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Reviewed in May 2017
didn't ask them to come out. governments don't give 72 hours and don't work till 6pm. if i needed water testing 'd get my lab out and test it. then have the county test it. you'll find iron, potassium, calcium, sodium and all sorts of other good things in your water.
Environmental Water Resource
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Reviewed in October 2016
I CANT SAY ENOUGH FOR THE PROFESSIONALISM AND PROMPT SERVICE PROVIDED BY THIS COMPANY. MY HUSBAND AND I WERE EXTREMELY CONCERNED ABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF MOLD AND HAD NO DIRECTION OF WHAT NEEDED TO BE COMPLETED. THEY CAME OUT RIGHT AWAY, EXPLAINED ALL OF THE WORK THAT WAS REQUIRED, PROCEEDED TO...
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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.

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, but it’s common that they do. Gravity furnaces weren’t terribly efficient so wrapping either the ductwork in asbestos, the furnace itself, or both, was something done regularly. This allowed the system to retain more heat. At the time, this greatly enhanced the efficiency of the furnaces but it wasn’t until later that we became aware of just how carcinogenic and dangerous asbestos could be.

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)

No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still create a textured drywall ceiling with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos.

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