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 I report exposure to asbestos?

• <div>According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:<ul><li>Asbestos subject matter experts in your state </li><li>EPA regional office</li><li>Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone</li><li>EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax </li></ul></div>

Is it safe to cover an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div>Some pros may recommend covering a popcorn ceiling that tests positive for asbestos with beadboard ceiling planks or drywall. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-install-beadboard-over-popcorn-ceiling.htm">cost to install a beadboard ceiling</a> averages more than $5,000, but you likely will pay more than the average for the installer to deal with the asbestos safely. Installing a beadboard ceiling or new drywall will disturb the asbestos and release some microscopic fibers, so the installer will need to take precautions. </div>

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Reviewed in December 2025
Punctual on time and knowledgeable about mold testing and location
All About Waterproofing INC
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Reviewed in June 2025
I own and operate a mold testing and inspection company. I have worked with Zahlis Renovations for years. They are very professional, get the job done right and follow all the proper protocols. I recommend them to all our clients that need mold remediation done.
Zahlis Renovations
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Reviewed in June 2024
Keith was prompt, polite and extensively knowledgeable. He walked me thru the process for mold testing using simple terms and followed up with an in depth explanation of the results. He answered all of my questions with compassion and understanding regarding my fears. If you choose Chesapeake...
Chesapeake Restoration and Cleaning, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2022
Keith was super quick to reach out and begin testing. He was very thorough in explaining the process and patient in answering all of our questions. We could tell he is passionate about his work and appreciate all his help. I would definitely recommend him for any services and will call him up...
T and K Home Inspections
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Reviewed in November 2021
Chris was very thorough with his inspection. He explained every step of each test that was performed. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Thank you Chris!!
People's Choice Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
My experience with this company and the water solutions that they provided was phenomenal. Even though our home was quite a ways away from their normal service area, they were still able to send a team member, Zoe, out the next day to do a test of our well water. Zoe went through all of the...
Orbit Water Solutions
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Reviewed in September 2021
My experience with this company and the water solutions that they provided was phenomenal. Even though our home was quite a ways away from their normal service area, they were still able to send a team member, Zoe, out the next day to do a test of our well water. Zoe went through all of the...
Orbit Water Solutions
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Reviewed in December 2020
I had a possible asbestos concern after pulling up my carpet and finding the black tile adhesive you would find underneath the AVT (house built in 1960, since flipped) We were attempting to replace our carpet, but the company wanted a negative test before they completed the work. Mr. Rudd had no...
Rudd's Indoor Environment
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Reviewed in October 2019
It turned into a huge waste of time. The tech took the samples and submitted them to the lab, which apparently "lost" them, which I didn't find out about until after the expected time to receive the report had past, thus ruining the timeline that had been put together to deal with the situation...
Fair Duct Cleaning
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Reviewed in January 2019
The work was done very professionally and quickly. After replacement of the faulty pipe, they thoroughly cleaned up the area, and tested for leaks before they departed.
Linthicum Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Inc
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Asbestos testing is conducted by collecting samples from materials suspected to contain asbestos and analyzing them in laboratories for confirmed presence.

Bathroom tiles can contain asbestos, just the same as patio tiles or kitchen tiles. Remember that asbestos was used primarily for its insulative and fire-resistant properties, both of which are desired in a house. Before we knew asbestos caused cancers and other diseases, it made a lot of sense to include it in many different building materials, including bathroom tiles.

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)

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:

Asbestos subject matter experts in your state
EPA regional office
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone
EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax

Some pros may recommend covering a popcorn ceiling that tests positive for asbestos with beadboard ceiling planks or drywall. The cost to install a beadboard ceiling averages more than $5,000, but you likely will pay more than the average for the installer to deal with the asbestos safely. Installing a beadboard ceiling or new drywall will disturb the asbestos and release some microscopic fibers, so the installer will need to take precautions.

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