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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Reviewed in August 2020
They responded very quickly and sounded very knowledgeable. The test results were sent the following day. This is a minor thing but the inspector talked in technical terms which I did not understand. I wish he could have explained more. However, on the report I received all the technical terms...
The Mold Consultant
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Reviewed in August 2017
Went well. Received test results in a reasonable amount of time.
WELLINGTON ENVIRONMENTAL
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Reviewed in July 2017
Excellent radon testing technician showed up on time and was very knowledgeable in explaining the purpose and the way the test works for the buyer of the home
Midwest Radon Testing
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Reviewed in August 2016
It went great. They set up the test in our basement. They were easy to communicate with, punctual, and organized. We'd recommend them.
St Louis Radon
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Reviewed in April 2015
From the first contact, you know you are dealing with a professional. Courteous and very knowledgeable, Bill addressed all the questions I had and some I hadn't thought of! He arrived on time and was well prepared to conduct a quality inspection. He took pains to simply explain all of the...
STL Home Inspection Services
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Reviewed in November 2014
<p>Called on 11/3 asking about backflow testing. Was given a very reasonable estimate of $120. Asked to set an appointment and transferred to someone's voice mail. Left a message.</p> <p>Called back on 11/4, explaining I wanted to make an appointment. Woman said she got my message (they...
Horstmann Brothers LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
Performed all routine tasks to insure the proper functioning of my sprinkler system. Ran tests, checked all valves and sprinkler heads, made some small changes to programming per my request. Completely satisfied. <br />
Allen Outdoor Solutions
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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.

Asbestos-containing materials are not easily affected by water and do not disintegrate or dissolve when exposed to it. However, porous materials can deteriorate due to water exposure, leading to the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The settling of asbestos fibers can also occur as water makes them heavy, which reduces the risk of airborne exposure, though future disturbance of the materials could cause risk. Wetting asbestos-containing materials does not constitute safe removal, and the proper handling and disposal of asbestos materials should be left to professionals.

Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.

No, an N95 mask will not protect against asbestos and many other hazardous materials, such as carbon monoxide, gas, chemical vapors, and other gases. You will need a respirator specifically designed to protect against asbestos. However, if you suspect asbestos is present in your home, hire an asbestos abatement professional immediately and avoid the area until they arrive for the inspection.

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.

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