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>

How do you identify asbestos tiles?

• <div><p>If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-tell-if-you-have-asbestos-floor-tile.htm">Asbestos tiles</a> can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.</p></div>

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John is professional throughout the inspection and mold assessment process. He is clear and concise about potential issues. Points out the defects but educates about the issue so it is not overwhelming and it’s usually an issue that can be resolved. Highly recommend
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JCG Footprints, LLC
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Everything went so smoothly...from the first time that we stepped into the store to check out gas log sets and to explain our needs. They explained the process thoroughly and set up our appointments for both the propane tank/line installation and the conversion of the fireplace and installation...
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In the house that I live in, I had a dumpster toilet. I came around the corner and went in the bathroom and I had water all over the floor of the bathroom. I'm not a plumber but I assumed it was the wax ring leaked or had broke. <br /> <br /> The first guy they sent was clearly a junior. He...
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Went great <br />One area tested negative for mold and an area in kitchen tested positive <br />Both areas were treated and I am very satisfied <br />
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The report did not indicate the correct number of bathrooms and bedrooms in the home. When I inquired as to why This was incorrect he told me that his software would not allow him to put in the appropriate number of bathrooms. <br />I believe the radon test was poorly done since the result was...
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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.

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

If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. Asbestos tiles can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.

There are products that still contain asbestos, but they were typically installed decades ago. Common places where you may still find asbestos-containing materials are in siding, wrapped around ductwork, in older appliances (i.e., stove and gravity furnaces), and in floors. Asbestos was primarily used as an insulator, so anywhere in an older home where you lose heat is where you will most likely find asbestos.

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