How long does it take for asbestos to harm you?

• <div><p>According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from <b>10 to 40 years</b> for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:</p><ul><li><p>Amount of exposure</p></li><li><p>Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers</p></li><li><p>Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos</p></li><li><p>Genetic factors </p></li><li><p>Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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 May 2025
Ray was professional and did a good job getting me test results and then even helping understand those as well! A+
My Pure Environment- New England
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Reviewed in January 2025
We had a pipe burst in our basement when the temps dipped super low. After drying it out as a precaution we hired them to come test to make sure we did a thorough job. They used water detection tools and thermal imaging to see any water damage or water that was still present. Thankfully there...
Envirotrust Solutions
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Reviewed in December 2021
Dave came by and tested for mold with this cheap test kit. He tested with my test kit even though he didn&#39;t think they were an accurate method. He proceed to do his own thorough assessment and did not see any signs of mold. When he concluded his visit without charging me anything! And...
Green Home Solutions of North Central MA
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Reviewed in July 2019
Professional, honest, experienced. took all the time needed to inspect and answer questions, running tests twice where needed.
Millyard Home Inspection
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Reviewed in February 2019
My well water has a high content of iron and manganese. I lived with it for 23 years because I thought the only solution was a water softener system. I had one in my previous home and didn't like the soapy feeling on the body after a shower. Then somebody advised me that a green sands...
NH Watercare Corp.
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Reviewed in October 2018
My experience with Aspen was positive. The representative showed up early and looked at all the problem areas I suspected in my house with me and helped educate me about resolving the issues I had. The rep was able to make an expert determination that testing and remediation should not be...
Aspen Environmental
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Reviewed in June 2017
IndoorDoctor provides thorough, professional, and fast service. Everything about this company is outstanding. A+++! My experience with IndoorDoctor started with John on the phone, who did a great job answering all of my questions and describing the testing process. Jeff arrived at my home that...
IndoorDoctor LLC
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Reviewed in April 2017
Rocco responded promptly and professionally to our urgent needs for a radon test. He even made a followed up call to us to check if we were all set. I would highly recommend his services!
Knight Home Inspection & Testing Services, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2013
I moved into my house a few months back. The systems were in theory cleaned and checked to meet fire code. After several attempts to use one wood stove and smoke backing into the house, I decided to call someone to check it all out. Jim was very quick to pick up and discuss my situation. He...
Jim Sullivan Masonry
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Reviewed in June 2010
the first day did not finish the mold testing and and did not call when he made an appointment for the weekend He claimed he did not want to finish the testing in the attic because he needed plastic covering . Came during the week after I called and wanted to charge me $30 more for the testing...
Ed Wood Finish Carpentry & Handyman Service
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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.

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)

It is not recommended to drill into asbestos siding because doing so can release hazardous asbestos fibers into the air. The safest way to handle asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate them.

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.

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