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 you identify asbestos tiles?

• <div>If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-tell-if-you-have-asbestos-floor-tile.htm">Asbestos tiles</a> can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.</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 2021
American Mold Experts went above and beyond for us when others made mistakes with our mold remediation and also when the mail lost our test kit samples. We are grateful for their professionalism and prompt services which enabled us to get our home taken care of properly. We highly recommend...
American Mold Experts
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Reviewed in January 2020
Scot was very up front about the system that was needed. Scot tested the water before and after the installation. The system was very well explained and we have a life time warranty.
Lifewater Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2019
The owner thoroughly explained the scope of the job and gave a detailed quote of the project. He did a pre-test and post-test of the air quality in the basement/crawlspaces which were remediated, showing a clear improvement. He took pictures and physically showed us the work that was done. He...
My Emergency Restoration Service
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Reviewed in August 2014
I struggled with writing this review for a long time as I don't like to take work away from anyone and I don't like to say negative things about any person. Mike emailed me twice wanting me to write a review. That being said, I would not let this guy near my house again. He did not listen to my...
Martin's Custom Remodeling
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Reviewed in March 2014
Excellent service. I had questions about mold. Rob inspected the area, said he did not see enough to be concerned and recommended against having an air test done. I decided to do so anyway, but I appreciate his consideration for unnecessary tests. Technical results proved him correct--no...
ATD Home Inspection
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Reviewed in September 2013
Was taking down popcorn in an older house and read about potential asbestos. Called in a panic around 9pm on a Saturday night and Flynn picked up the phone and said he could have a guy out the next day. We elected to wait until the weekday as the lab wouldn't run tests on the weekend. ...
AAA Remediation, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2012
Their work was good. They pulled the entire pump and lines to look everything over and showed where the water level was. The water test results came back in 2 days. I had called around and their test was cheaper than others...but not sure if that is because we had the well...
Moss Well Drilling Inc
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Reviewed in December 2011
John Watson arrived a few minutes late, but he stayed for over three hours and did a terrific job. He started out by explaining the terms of the inspection, and then, within a matter of minutes, he was everywhere at once: opening up closet doors, turning on drains and lights, setting up the...
AMERISPEC
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Reviewed in March 2011
When I bought my home, I had a radon test performed. The test came back indicating that there was radon present at a level that mitigation was highly recommended. He performed the work quickly, and answered all of my questions while he was performing the work. He saved me a few dollars from...
Radon Control Services
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Reviewed in January 2011
Great. He came out once to do some tests. Told us how much it would cost and that we might be better off getting a new dishwasher. He came back a couple days later with the new pump and installed it. He was on time - when we were the last appointment of the day - and very courteous (wiping...
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.

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 can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. Asbestos tiles can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.

Asbestos was commonly used in cloth wiring, but not all types of cloth wiring contain it. The age, condition, and appearance of the wiring can provide clues as to whether asbestos is present or not, but the only way to know for sure if the wiring has asbestos is to have it tested.

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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