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>

Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div><p>No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-texture-drywall.htm">create a textured drywall ceiling</a> with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos. </p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2022
Anthony and his brother were so easy to work with. They diagnosed a septic back up and replaced a lot of corroded cast iron and galvanized plumbing which was leaking and always clogging. They showed up when they said they would and gave us a fair price. I would definitely recommend them.
Empire Plumbing & Drain
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Reviewed in March 2022
I highly recommend Stone Ridge Excavation. I had an urgent failure with my older sceptic system and Stone Ridge responded to my call extremely quickly. George and the team carefully isolated the deficiencies using various testing tools and technology, and promptly enhanced the leach field and...
Stone Ridge Excavation
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Reviewed in December 2019
Excellent service and was able to diagnose and solve the problem quickly within their diagnistic testing period. Extremely professional, courteous and well trained staff. Highly recommend.
T. Webber Bathroom Remodeling
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Reviewed in June 2017
Both Lisa and Michael were very pleasant to work with taking time to answer any questions I had. Michael was early for the inspection and took the time to show me each issue he encountered. The home inspection report was very detailed and well organized and was instrumental in bringing some of...
Granite Inspection Group
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Reviewed in August 2015
Honest and fast to come to the property to check into test results. Honesty is very important and they went out of their way to clarify our results (from another company) and saved us a ton of money in the process!
Clean Air Care Corprate of New York, Corp.
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Reviewed in January 2015
She was planning to do a mold test but upon completing a thorough visual inspection, and seeing no visual evidence of mold, she informed me that it wasn't necessary as my basement was in great shape. I'm very thankful to her and her team for shooting me straight and being so honest rather than...
Ace Environmental Solutions
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Reviewed in July 2013
Consultation was professional, thorough, and educational. The written estimate was detailed, as was the brochure information that was left for us to review. Once we called to schedule installation, Greg Bliss (George’s son), gave us the next available time slot and he arrived with everything...
PureBliss Water Treatment Systems
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Reviewed in May 2013
Needed to perform home inspection for income property. Tenant was late for appointment, we have to reschedule, and the inspewctor was kind enough not to charge me for the first appointment, and came back for 2nd, even gave discount for radon test not been performed. Answered all questions I...
Above Grade Home Inspections Inc
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Reviewed in April 2010
After the first treatment an independant test was done and showed high mold levels. A second treatment was required. Had the other test not been done I would not have known that i still had a mold problem.
Expediant Environmental Solutions, LLC
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Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.

Hiring a professional for mold and toxic material testing ensures precise identification of harmful substances within a home. Professionals utilize specialized equipment and techniques, providing accurate results that inform proper removal strategies, safeguarding occupant health.

Federal law doesn’t require homeowners to disclose the presence of asbestos in their home, but some states and local municipalities may require it. That is why it’s important to test an older home for asbestos and other health hazards before moving forward with a sale.

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.

No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still create a textured drywall ceiling with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos.

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