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>

Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-i-tell-if-house-has-asbestos.htm">Asbestos</a> can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:<ul><li>Acoustic ceiling tiles</li><li>Furnace insulation</li><li>Home appliances</li><li>Fire-retardant clothing</li><li>Cement pipe</li><li>Pipe insulation</li><li>Wall and ceiling insulation</li><li>Vehicle brake pads</li><li>Vinyl flooring</li><li>Sprayed acoustic ceilings</li><li>Stove insulation</li><li>Patching compounds</li><li>Textured paints</li><li>Roofing shingles</li><li>Siding</li></ul></div>

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Reviewed in February 2015
I would never go anywhere else for mold testing. I called and the lady in the office was so nice and informative and got me scheduled around my crazy schedule, not theirs so that meant a lot. The guy that came out and tested my home was really nice and professional. I was so glad to know we...
American Mold Experts SWFL
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Reviewed in July 2014
I pressure washed the deck in late May, "14 and the results were not even close to the test area or another two areas under the grill and floor mat. The deck was green in color with lots of black and graying areas. On 5-27-14, I talked to Heather Boyd at Seal Smart headquarters in Monett, MO...
Seal-Smart LLC
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Reviewed in March 2014
I chose Brent based on the Angie's List reviews and he lived up to all of them. He was very flexible in the scheduling, even postponing at my request while some other details of the real-estate offer had to get straightened out. Brent showed up about an half hour...
Wren House Inspection LLC
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Reviewed in March 2014
Mr. Knox was able to fit me in when I had access to the property. Since the property had tenants that were not very cooperative about inspections, I was glad he was so flexible. When I set up the inspection, he gave me a estimate for his service which was over $100 less than another company...
Knox Septic Sewer Service
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Reviewed in November 2013
He was great. He was in the area so we came by that day. Did a quick check on some old tiles we thought might have asbestos in them. Results came back that they were fine. Because the test was so quick and our house was on the way he didn't even charge us. I see he also does radan, which is...
ASBESTOS INSPECTIONS & REMOVAL CO (AIR CO)
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Reviewed in June 2013
Jason came to the house and tested the outside water as well as water from several faucets. He showed me the results as well as explained them as he did them. He asked a lot of questions about the water, our usage, etc. As it turns out, our softener was working perfectly. Also, we did not...
Aqua Systems
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Reviewed in February 2013
We collected the sample ourself with a bottle and specific step by step instructions. Both the bottle and instructions were provided by Delta Water. Delivered the sample to them within 24 hours of collection. Paid $25 for test and additional $5 for one day turn around. Price is extremely...
DELTA WATER GROUP
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Reviewed in January 2011
I used Barthuly for a customer who was having a problem with the cycling of his irrigation system. My client installed this system on his own 11 years ago and is fairly handy at solving his own problems. He called to see if I could help and I thought it would be important to bring an expert to...
Barthuly Irrigation Inc
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Reviewed in November 2008
We have a well, and were concerned about water safety. Water smelled, and left colored deposits in sinks, toilets. Clothes from washer lost their newness look and feel. We had our water lab tested, discovered we had E-coli, hardness, iron, and tannin. Mark's company also collected a water sample...
US Water Systems Inc
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Reviewed in August 2006
Kenny Corlette was already at the house when we arrived. He had set out the radon test days earlier and only had to retrieve it. He seemed very through and was very patient with me. He pointed out good things, items that would need attention, how the heat pump and several things worked that...
Security Home Inspections
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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.

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.

A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won’t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed.

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.

Asbestos can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:

Acoustic ceiling tiles
Furnace insulation
Home appliances
Fire-retardant clothing
Cement pipe
Pipe insulation
Wall and ceiling insulation
Vehicle brake pads
Vinyl flooring
Sprayed acoustic ceilings
Stove insulation
Patching compounds
Textured paints
Roofing shingles
Siding

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