Do you always have to remove asbestos wiring?

• <div><p>If you have an older electrical system with fraying wires and other signs of damage, removal may be the best course of action. When asbestos begins to break down, it's more likely to become airborne, increasing the risk of health issues when it's inhaled.</p><p>However, if the system is in good condition and doesn't have visible signs of wear or damage, leaving it alone may be the safest course of action. An asbestos abatement and removal professional can help you determine the best way to proceed.</p></div>

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>

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Q: Can you touch an asbestos roof?

• <div><p>It is strongly advised not to touch or disturb asbestos-containing materials unless necessary. Asbestos fibers can be released into the air when the material is damaged or disturbed, posing serious health risks if inhaled. It is best to leave any handling of asbestos to trained professionals who can remove the asbestos safely.</p></div>

Q: Is it safe to live in a house with asbestos?

• <div><p>It can be safe to live in a house with asbestos as long as the asbestos-containing materials are in good condition and not disturbed. Asbestos is only dangerous when it becomes airborne, which happens if the material is damaged, crumbling, or disturbed during renovation work. If you suspect asbestos is present, it's important not to disturb it and to have it professionally inspected. </p></div>

Q: Do all gravity furnaces have asbestos?

• <div><p>No, but it&rsquo;s common that they do. Gravity furnaces weren&rsquo;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&rsquo;t until later that we became aware of just how carcinogenic and dangerous asbestos could be.</p></div>

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Last update on November 06, 2025

Reviewed in July 2024
The whole team did a great job removing the asbestos and even helped me with some pointers on how to reinforce the structural integrity of the house.
Environmental Services Corp
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Reviewed in August 2021
Paid $3,100.00 for job, they cut corners, removed shut offs & didn’t replace them! They are very slow. They do not stand by warranty... they are not correcting their work... city came to inspect... found mistakes! they will not answer phones directly so will get blocked & screened calls! I would...
Platinum Plumbing Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2015
I was very pleased with the representatives of this company. Jim, the owner was very knowledgable and explained everything they were going to do. the employees that did the work were very pleasant and helpful when I asked questions. overall, very pleased with getting the mold removed.
Superior Mold and Remediation Testing, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2015
The tech gave initial diagnosis as being a blown circuit board. After removing the ice that had formed, he retested and found a loose connection. The tech informed me immediately, didn't try to continue with the initial diagnosis, even though I wouldn't have known the difference. The tech even...
Cool Masters Heating and Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in September 2014
They were prompt and service was good. Initial quote was lower than actual bill. They had to come back out to fix something. They initially charged me for another service call. I talked with the owner and that second service call was removed from my bill. I would use them next time.
Midstate Overhead Doors Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
They completely removed all the tile in my kitchen in order to replace the countertops and backsplash. I had tile on much of the walls, not just the counters. Then they patched the walls and put in Silestone counter tops and a stainless steel tile backsplash. It looked great - the backsplash...
CARPET FLOOR & MORE INC
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Reviewed in September 2013
Battery cable was and quot;frozenand quot; with corrosion and mechanic did an excellent job removing the cable without damaging. Sam's Club tried to remove the cable and failed. Battery replacement was quick and efficient.
Sears
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Reviewed in September 2013
Very disappointed. The voltmeter showed that the battery was not charging. The first time a new battery was put in; the second time the alternator was removed and replaced...but the battery is STILL not charging! I chose Erickson's because it's near my office, but in the future I'll bite the...
Ericksons Auto Service
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Reviewed in November 2009
The two gentlemen that came, looked at the old heater & how it was vented. The person who installed the old one was incompetant. That person vented a 50 gallon gas water heater into the fireplace chimney. The gases of the water heater vented back into itself, therefore killing it. The heater...
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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

It is strongly advised not to touch or disturb asbestos-containing materials unless necessary. Asbestos fibers can be released into the air when the material is damaged or disturbed, posing serious health risks if inhaled. It is best to leave any handling of asbestos to trained professionals who can remove the asbestos safely.

It can be safe to live in a house with asbestos as long as the asbestos-containing materials are in good condition and not disturbed. Asbestos is only dangerous when it becomes airborne, which happens if the material is damaged, crumbling, or disturbed during renovation work. If you suspect asbestos is present, it's important not to disturb it and to have it professionally inspected.

If you have an older electrical system with fraying wires and other signs of damage, removal may be the best course of action. When asbestos begins to break down, it's more likely to become airborne, increasing the risk of health issues when it's inhaled.

However, if the system is in good condition and doesn't have visible signs of wear or damage, leaving it alone may be the safest course of action. An asbestos abatement and removal professional can help you determine the best way to proceed.

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)

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