What does asbestos do to humans?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Q: Can you gut a house down to the studs if you think it has asbestos?

• <div><p>Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, <b>this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.</b> </p></div>

Q: What steps should be taken if asbestos is found?

• <div><p>If present, abatement action, including removal, sealing, or enclosure, should be planned per local regulations. Proper consultation with a professional is key.</p></div>

Q: Can asbestos be absorbed through the skin?

• <div><p>While asbestos can&rsquo;t be directly absorbed through the skin&mdash;the fibers are too big&mdash;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.</p></div>

Q: Are there regulations regarding asbestos testing and removal?

• <div><p>Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.</p></div>

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Reviewed in June 2025
Steve and Dalton did a great job on removing a Chinese Elm tree close to my house. They were punctual, safe, efficient and worked well together. I wouldn't think twice hiring them again. Two top notch guys and we're the lowest rate that I had found. There equipped to take on about any job....
D's Trees & Property Services, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Gabriel is great to work with. We had two big walls removal of old wall paper, fixed sheet rock and paint. Reasonable pricing. His worker Alvin was fast and did a fantastic job. I would recommend 100%.
Lacroix Painting and Handyman Services LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
Luke did an excellent job. He was fair in pricing, and very safe in removal of the trees. No damage to property ( I was concerned of large limbs over/ near the house ) and he did an awesome clean up job. I would defiantly use his services again !
L&L tree service
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Reviewed in May 2020
Jim and his assistant did an excellent job refinishing my original high traffic wood floors that were approximately 30 years old. The floors were very damaged from kids, dogs and furniture, and they removed the many deep scratches, repaired a few of the boards, and left them looking brand new....
Natural Accent Hardwood Floors
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Reviewed in November 2018
Tracy did an excellent job removing 2 layers of old wallpaper and painting the entire kitchen, including the trim and ceiling. She was professional, neat, and paid attention to details. She was very punctual and returned by calls promptly. My kitchen looks fabulous and I have nothing but good...
Tracy Tschakert
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Reviewed in January 2016
I was very lucky to receive the name of this construction service from a friend. The persons involved were all courteous, professional. The work area was contained and the rest of my home stayed clean. they ended each day with a clean up and all debris was removed. The work progressed quickly...
Casey Construction
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Reviewed in September 2013
I showed up without an appointment and one of the guys (one of the owners, Dave) removed the driver's inner door panel and discovered the broken cable. Even though the part had to be ordered, they gave me a ride home and asked if I could return the next day to pick it up. Upon returning to the...
COLLISION EXPERTS INC
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Reviewed in July 2013
Since the property owner lives out-of-state with a minimum of annual visits to the property, there must be trust that the company will take care of whatever is needed in a timely fashion. I have used this company for years, since about the time they began the business, to do a variety of...
Accelerated Green Works Inc
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Reviewed in January 2012
Delan and his crew did a fantastic job, start to finish. Very professional, I am very pleased. They showed up exactly when they said they would and he was very responsive and communicative throughout the whole process. Their work is solid and looks amazing, and they finished within the time...
DAKOTA CARPENTRY INC
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Reviewed in March 2009
After several years of basically ignoring condensation on these windows I started removing the inside trim last summer. When I did I found that much of the window frame and some of the seat supports were rotted out. Nelson Window had done some work for us before so after pricing the replacement...
NELSON WINDOW COMPANY
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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.

If present, abatement action, including removal, sealing, or enclosure, should be planned per local regulations. Proper consultation with a professional is key.

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.

Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.

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