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>

Is asbestos commonly found in older homes?

• <div><p>Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since. </p></div>

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He came to remodel my bathroom and did a fabulous job on that so I hired him to replace some drywall from water leak damages. He also helped with installing a new front door. Im very happy with the improvements. The work looks great. I will definitely call again for future projects.
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Reviewed in July 2025
We were very happy with the service that Baylor provided today. Very professional and thorough. Possibly the best we have had.
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Reviewed in November 2022
Beautifully done! They did an amazing job and took their time to make sure it looked BEAUTIFUL!
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Reviewed in October 2022
It went great, everything was nice and clean when they finished. They were very efficient and helpful!!
Roofs R US
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Reviewed in June 2022
My master bathroom and bedroom turned out exactly how I envisioned. Greg was very professional and got the job done quickly and within budget. I couldn't be happier.
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Diamond L did a quick job cleaning and responded to my request quickly
Diamond L Home Detailing/Cleaning Service, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2020
Absolutely under no circumstance should you hire McBride Plumbing this company has very poor customer service I was told by the dispatch a price before ever coming out looking at the job. The city of Decatur required my tenant to have a plumber test the gas line and have the hot water heater...
McBride Plumbing
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Reviewed in November 2019
They were helpful, efficient and honest - I received lots of good information from the blower door test.
SRI Energy
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Reviewed in August 2018
I couldn't find anyone to come and look at my couch to clean it, because of what it was made of and he came out and tested it and ended up doing the work. One part once dried to look as clean and he was right out the to fix it.
Certified Carpet Cleaning and Restoration
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Reviewed in November 2017
Reliant Plumbing has employed an expert team who worked diligently to fix multiple difficult to find sewage and drain issues in two bathrooms. They kept me constantly informed and aware of choices and costs of the repair! Just purchased my home a couple weeks ago and wished I'd hired these...
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

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.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

Professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to detect asbestos, radon, and VOCs.

Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since.

Damaged tiles can release asbestos fibers into the air. Anyone in the surrounding area who may inhale the fibers will have them settled in the lining of internal organs. Over time, it may lead to serious health conditions such as lung cancer and mesothelioma.

The only safe way to prevent these conditions is to avoid exposure to asbestos at all costs, even for a short period of time.

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