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>

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Last update on November 15, 2024

Reviewed in November 2024
Mr. Lepe designed and built a deck and pergola for us. He was very accommodating with design changes before and during construction. Our biggest concern were the high winds we experience. But the pergola withstood the test with no problem. I would certainly recommend Mr. Lepe and I intend to...
Great Outdoors Patio Projects, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2020
They came over and did the testing and recommended the resolution and it went well
Ernie's Plumbing Service Inc
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Reviewed in April 2018
Very well. Professional and straight to the point. Provided explanations as to what needed to be done and why. Displayed the old and new circuit breaker. Tested the HVAC prior to installation of new circuit breaker and after the new one was inserted.
Sun City Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in September 2016
It was a small job, but the Union Plumbing employee treated it like it was one of the greatest contracts ever landed. He was professional and friendly. He even went above and beyond by testing the water pressure throughout the house and made recommendations. The workmanship was professional, and...
Union Plumbing
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Reviewed in October 2014
It has been four months since we started taking our pool water to get tested at Discount Pool Supplies on Redd St. Both Gilbert and his brother are very very nice individuals. If you live in El Paso, you probably know that, unfortunately some business are there to take advantage of you, and they...
discount pool supplies
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Reviewed in September 2012
The end result is great. The new door is beautiful inside and, and the walls and brick work were done perfectly. The estimate was more than fair, and covered all aspects of the job. The people doing the work were professional and respectful, and cleaned the area each day before they left. ...
Phillips Hoover Roofing & Construction
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Reviewed in August 2011
-Scam Alert-We went to the Pella store front to look at their windows and talk to sales people. When asked when our house was built (1978) we were told that the "EPA requires lead testing on all homes built in 1978 and previous. The Pella contractors would have to use a special machine to test...
Pella Windows and Doors
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Reviewed in March 2011
My parent's pool was built in 1975. Having not had a lot of work on it was lucky but it started loosing water in Feb. of 2010 and I was having to fill it every two to three days with water. I was loosing two to three inches during this time period. I thought this leak was going to be like...
AMERICAN LEAK DETECTION - EL PASO
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

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)

Since DIY asbestos removal isn’t the best option to save money, there are other steps that you can take to help cut costs when dealing with this project. After speaking with your asbestos removal expert, discuss if encapsulation is an option. If it is, you can save between 15% to 25% on overall project costs over demolition and disposal. In addition, when speaking with your professional, discuss if there are any tax credits available for your removal project. Finally, check with your homeowner’s insurance to see if any removal costs might be covered. However, be aware that this is usually only applicable if the asbestos is due to a covered incident, like a tree falling into your roof.

Testing is crucial to identify harmful asbestos fibers common in building materials from older properties, ensuring safe environments and health.

Yes, most services include testing the generator to ensure functionality. Confirm with your provider.

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.

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