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>

Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div>If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-asbestos.htm">how to clean asbestos</a> safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.</div>

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Reviewed in January 2020
I used this company to test my home's air quality and to test for mold. I highly recommend them.
People's Choice Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2019
I received my call earlier today, and discussed my concerns. I wanted to start the process toward remediation asap! Mr. Griffin was at my house 4 hrs later. He was professional, compassionate, and answered all my questions, since this was a new experience for me and of concern. By 3pm, my home...
Mold Test Company PA
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Reviewed in January 2018
Very professional. Tested work upon completion. Price was steep. But i am assuming it is the standard rate for the work to be performed.
Fottlani Plumbing & Drain
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Reviewed in August 2017
Keon and his team were on top of it from the beginning. I was greeted well over the phone, and felt as if Keon was invested in my problem before being hired for the job. They were on time, very professionally dressed, and I felt their estimate was reasonable. As they explained the estimate, they...
Definitive Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in March 2017
It was for the basement. The guy was very knowledgeable about mold. Since it was a visual inspection, I didn't have any issues with him. It was a conversation, so it was about 20 minutes, less that 30 minutes but more than 15 minutes. I guess I was expecting a little bit more...
East Coast Duct Pro
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Reviewed in December 2016
Prompt with communication. He arrived on time and was very thorough with the test and even gave recommendations for remediate the situation.
Your Home Matters Property Inspection Service, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
Mr. Bollon was professional, made the appointment, on the appointment day received a call stating that the person will be there in 20 minutes,Mr. Bollon was there within that time frame, check the A/C out and tested it, showed me where the parts that were being tested. Was honest and straight...
Sila Heating, Cooling and Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2016
I selected Complete Home Solutions (CHS) to give me a home energy assessment based on the recommendations of two neighbors and the company is an approved PEPCO energy improvement company. PEPCO authorizes rebates for qualified energy home improvement performed by a select list of approved...
Complete Home Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2016
The technician was very nice and professional in performing the test. He later explained the test results and explained the level of mold found in the property. He also told me that the high level of mold that was in the basement did not come back in four days. It happened over a period of time....
Maryland Cleaning & Abatement Corp
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Professional testing is advisable to ensure safety regulations are met, and accurate results are obtained using certified methods.

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.

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.

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 know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn how to clean asbestos safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.

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