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>

How do I report exposure to asbestos?

• <div>According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:<ul><li>Asbestos subject matter experts in your state </li><li>EPA regional office</li><li>Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone</li><li>EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax </li></ul></div>

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Tanner does excellent work, whether it be flooring, or welding. He is precise and communicative and makes sure the job is done right the first time.
Kingdom Welding & Fab LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
These ladies did an amazing and thorough job. I am VERY satisfied with their work and would definitely recommend them to my friends and family. Thank you so much!!!
876 Cleaning Team LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
Great! Clay was friendly and hardworking. My bathroom was a mess, had to scrap off wallpaper and it looks wonderful now.
Maynard Construction
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Reviewed in July 2022
It was actually a semi-annual check-up. The teck kept me informed of what he was doing and cleaned the outside unit as well.
J & J Burk Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2022
Normally they service my AC for the spring and fall through home shield. I got a call directly from them as they were running a special. It was about the reg price so I had them come out. When they arrived I was at work but they had my wife turn off the AC unit so they could check it. I soon got...
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Very professional. Reasonable pricing. High quality workmanship.
Rustic Oak Metal Shop
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Reviewed in March 2021
Don actually repaired a leak and electrical outlet, and was happy to go the extra mile so my kitchen is completely gorgeous! Don painted my home a year ago and has just finished the interior! I am so proud of his work!
Giifford Painting
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Reviewed in April 2017
Great! The home alarm system was a self-install system, which made me a little nervous. That being said, the customer service rep was very patient and helpful, and explained to me how to set everything up, plus where to best place my sensors. Additionally, when I asked about other devices that...
Frontpoint
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Reviewed in July 2016
The owner, Mr. Moore came to my house initially to check out the problem and he was over an hour and a half late. The second time when he did the install he was also over an hour late but called after he was already half an hour late to let me know he would be late. He installed the water...
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Reviewed in September 2015
After suffering a flood on May 23 I received estimates from several contractors. Out of all the contractors to provide an estimate John Brooks Construction was the most detailed and professional. I built my home with my father more than forty years ago. John was the only contractor who took...
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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)

If you own a stereo microscope, you should be able to see the fibers. The stereo microscope often can perform magnification up to 50x. But unless you have experience viewing asbestos fibers, you may not know exactly what you are seeing. Some fibers are curly, while others are long and straight. Blue, brown, white, and gray colored fibers are all possible.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:

Asbestos subject matter experts in your state
EPA regional office
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone
EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax

Whether or not to buy a home containing asbestos is ultimately a decision for the homebuyer, and there are several things to consider. When in good condition and contained, asbestos is unlikely to present a health risk—it’s when those tiny fibers are loose and airborne that they become a problem. Consider any renovations you plan on doing to the home that could disturb existing asbestos and the cost of removal. If an inspection finds asbestos in a home on the market, you could negotiate with the seller for a lower price, though this isn’t a sure thing.

Because of the danger of inhaling asbestos fibers, figuring out through testing whether your popcorn ceiling contains asbestos is definitely worth it. If the popcorn ceiling texture has asbestos, remove it as soon as possible to keep your family safe. Any home built in or before the 1980s that has popcorn ceilings could have asbestos, necessitating testing. Asbestos carries several health risks for people who inhale it, including the increased chance of developing lung cancer in the future.

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