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>

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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Last update on March 30, 2024

Reviewed in March 2024
Came into the house, had a great presentation, tested the water and gave me good results, followed up by a good solution and pricing. Thanks!!
Leaf Home Water Solutions
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Reviewed in December 2020
I am so happy that we chose Pure Air of North Carolina to do our mold remediation work this autumn. After interviewing several businesses, we were most impressed with Pure Air. They were the only company that stipulated they would perform testing both before and after treatment. Unlike the...
Pure Air North Carolina, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2018
did a thorough inspection and identified where mold problems were and potential future problems. swabbed areas and sent off for testing. gave helpful tips to remove moisture and prevent growth in the future. Timely response to my inquiry, and fast response of tests.
Page Inspections Plus, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2017
It went great. They did a clean and thorough job. The water tastes so good. The only problem is that now I'm spoiled and water anywhere else tastes like crap...even Zepherhills Spring Water. Not that I didn't trust their system did a good job, but we wanted to double check to make sure all...
North Carolina Water Consultants
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Reviewed in September 2016
The gentleman was on time and quickly did the test. Their price was very reasonable; less expensive than our previous plumber.
MTC CONSULTANTS INC
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Reviewed in April 2016
Pete is great!! He responded to every email quickly and professionally. He came out on a weekend to take a look at our tile shower surround that needed to be cleaned and have the grout cleaned and repaired. He got a quote back to us quickly and we decided to use his services. Unfortunately,...
Restore Tile & Stone
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Reviewed in August 2015
The response was extremely prompt. Nick performed the test the same day I contacted him and the results were available the following day. The reports was detailed but provided graphical results that were easy to interpret. Nick was pleasant to work with and very professional. He sensed I was...
Carolina Mold Experts
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Reviewed in May 2015
Larry was super nice. In order to do the indoor air quality test, it takes about 2 hours, and to have someone other than Larry in your home for that long may have been very uncomfortable. I was pleased with the wide spectrum of tests that were performed on the home, I was just disappointed to...
EcoGreen Lighting, Electric, Water & Air Company
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Reviewed in December 2014
Rick is the best person I've dealt with on this issue, and I've contacted / interacted with about 4 providers. Everyone else was very excited to tell me how I needed to have a "mold test" which is a bunch of garbage. This guy never even mentioned a mold test; he actually just came to the...
A Healthier Home
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Reviewed in November 2014
They sent an electric air pump, tubing and 3 little canisters, with easy-to-follow instructions for gathering the air samples. For each sample the pump is to be run for 10 minutes, so with time for setting up in the next location, the whole process took an hour and a half. After taking the...
Moldlab
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If you suspect exposure to asbestos, prioritize seeking medical advice by informing your healthcare provider about the potential exposure with clear details about the circumstances that led to the exposure. Regular health check-ups and screenings if you work in high-risk industries or live in a home with asbestos are essential for early detection of any asbestos-related conditions. You should also consider consulting occupational health experts or legal professionals for guidance on potential next steps and preventive measures.

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)

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

Typical methods for asbestos removal include encapsulation, enclosure, and complete removal.

It is strongly advised not to touch or disturb asbestos-containing materials unless necessary. Asbestos fibers can be released into the air when the material is damaged or disturbed, posing serious health risks if inhaled. It is best to leave any handling of asbestos to trained professionals who can remove the asbestos safely.

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