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• <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>

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Last update on August 19, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
I have known Heriberto and he has done work for me for 5+ years. He has done plumbing and home remodel work for me. He is always on time and does not quit until the job is done right. I trust him to get things done on time and correct the first time.
Heribertos Complete Services
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Reviewed in December 2024
Wonderful. So much had to be done in both of my homes I sapphire n c
Holly Forest Tree Service
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Reviewed in November 2023
We have owned this house for several years and our shower and tub has never looked so clean. Heck I did not even know the color of the tile was this light!
JL Cleaning
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Reviewed in March 2023
Very pleased with the results even though the machine broke down when they started to work. They quickly found another one and worked overtime to complete the job.
The Grout Medic of Clearwater & St. Petersburg
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Reviewed in February 2023
Been using this company for 16 years. I recommend them for house cleaning. Trustworthy and easy conscientious. .
Jessie's House & Carpet Cleaning 1.877.CLEANING
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Reviewed in April 2022
Noel did a great job with our remodeling bathroom project. His rates are very fair and he is prompt. He cleans up his site area very well and will guarantee his work for a period of time. After the installation of toilets and faucets were complete - we had an issue with a shower mixer - without...
ND Plumbing
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Reviewed in March 2021
Gabriel was very specific and thorough in both his explanation and his investigation. I received my results in a short period of time and fortunately needed no further investigation, but he had a list of companies I could have used had I needed to pursue it further. I would definitely recommend...
Mold Testing Services, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
If you want to be ripped off, then use Billy Bell plumbing. I had a main line water leak that I called them about. They came out and I showed them exactly where the leak was, but they wanted to do a leak search to locate additional leaks. Six (6) days later, I had a bill for $3050, $550 for leak...
BILLY BELL PLUMBING INC
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Reviewed in April 2020
We were blown away by the work that A Healthy Home did. We called Kip after being told by a local mold inspector that we needed to move out because we had toxic mold! Kip assured us that they could handle the mold mitigation and then even had a 3rd party mold test to verify the results! I would...
A Healthy Home
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Reviewed in November 2018
From my viewpoint, it was a fantastic job. Steve and Gary showed up on time and started dismantling the old system immediately. As they broken down the old system, the leak in the outside unit was located. By the end of the first day, they had the Emergency Heat running so I had heat for the...
All Service Heating & Air
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Homes built before the 1990s may contain asbestos, but the only way to be sure is to have your home tested. Hire an asbestos testing and removal service to determine whether you have the hazardous material in your home and the best process for removing or sealing it.

Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and generally not considered safe. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.

In the event of suspected or confirmed asbestos contamination on the body, it is imperative to take immediate measures to reduce health risks. To avoid further exposure, carefully remove contaminated clothing and shower thoroughly to remove any asbestos fibers. Seek prompt medical attention, and inform your healthcare professional about your suspected asbestos exposure. Since asbestos-related health issues can take years to surface, regular medical check-ups are advised for anyone with a history of exposure.

Asbestos was most commonly produced and integrated into building products from the 1920s to the late 1980s. In reality, asbestos use should have ceased much sooner because asbestos was linked to cancer in studies produced as early as the 1950s. You can even extend that number past the 1980s due to stockpiled materials and because some countries treat asbestos use differently. It may also be found more in commercial applications than residential.

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)

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