What year did they stop putting asbestos in linoleum?

• <div><p>Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.</p></div>

How long does it take for asbestos to harm you?

• <div><p>According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from <b>10 to 40 years</b> for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:</p><ul><li><p>Amount of exposure</p></li><li><p>Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers</p></li><li><p>Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos</p></li><li><p>Genetic factors </p></li><li><p>Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What does water do to asbestos?

• <div><p>Asbestos-containing materials are not easily affected by water and do not disintegrate or dissolve when exposed to it. However, porous materials can deteriorate due to water exposure, leading to the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The settling of asbestos fibers can also occur as water makes them heavy, which reduces the risk of airborne exposure, though future disturbance of the materials could cause risk. Wetting asbestos-containing materials does not constitute safe removal, and the proper handling and disposal of asbestos materials should be left to professionals.</p></div>

Q: Can asbestos be absorbed through the skin?

• <div><p>While asbestos can&rsquo;t be directly absorbed through the skin&mdash;the fibers are too big&mdash;skin contact can still produce symptoms. Contact dermatitis can flare up in sensitive individuals but in most cases, the danger from asbestos comes from inhaling the fibers, or dust, that is produced when asbestos is disturbed. If you touch asbestos by accident, immediately wash yourself and your clothes.</p></div>

Q: Does an N95 mask protect against asbestos?

• <div><p>No, an N95 mask will not protect against asbestos and many other hazardous materials, such as carbon monoxide, gas, chemical vapors, and other gases. You will need a respirator specifically designed to protect against asbestos. However, if you suspect asbestos is present in your home, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hire-pro-asbestos-testing-and-removal.htm">hire an asbestos abatement professional</a> immediately and avoid the area until they arrive for the inspection.</p></div>

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Removed trees as requested, however took longer then estimated
Custom Tree Service
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Very professional and prompt. Always concerned for their customer. When I need tree trimming or removal. They will be called first.
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Reviewed in May 2020
Outstanding. Showed up on time. 3 guys did the shrub removal in just a few hours. 3 Stumps ground and cleanup was flawless.
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Reviewed in January 2020
After contacting via Angies List, Juan showed up to examine the land and estimate/quote us for the job in a timely manner. He asked for 1/3 of the payment upfront which was understandable for the materials. We had debris and trees in the way of the slab that most was taken out ourselves minus a...
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Reviewed in August 2018
Wonderful experience because of the people, Tony and team, and his company has the tools to do the job without leaving you extra work to do after hes done. That is, his approach is to allow easy pick and choose which brush and trees to remove and he lets his team loose with horizontal blade...
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Reviewed in January 2018
The owner of the company was very concerned about my issue and he made sure it was fixed because he was a victim of mold himself and it is not some to ignore. I appreciate his concern. Just an addendum on my side, after the repair I used an Ozone generator air cleaner the type which can only...
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Reviewed in February 2017
I thoroughly enjoyed letting Evans Brothers paint my home. They listened to the request for my paint scheme, made suggestions, but I got the final say quite nicely. The Brothers were very fast and knowledgeable. We did a couple of walk throughs and I was satisfied,but later I did find two...
Evans Brothers Painting
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Reviewed in November 2016
Lindsey Fiberglass performed repairs to multiple tubs and surrounds that had been damaged by trades during construction. Some of the damage was so bad that management was certain tubs would have to be removed and replaced. Some had holes ranging is size from a dime to a softball! Lindsey...
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We wanted to replace our old drafty windows so we called Affordable Construction to give us a bid. We did not know about Angie’s list at the time. The sales man was a real smooth talker so my mom hired them. We ordered and paid for windows that had inside night/security locks on them, but after...
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Reviewed in December 2012
Chris came out and gave me an estimate. He was honest, professional and quick. I had met him at a previous job site. We set up a date for work to be done. He gave me an estimate of how long it would take to complete the job (2 days). His crew showed up at the agreed upon time and they...
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At Jose Vargas we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Pro Craft Roofing and Masonry

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We're a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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We're locally owned 22 years of experience and there is only of us. And all 3 are lucky enough to really love what we do for a living . And love being able to help people out . Whether it's a new home your thinking of building or a remodel you just don't think you can afford . Let us give you an honest perspective to help you make a good decision.

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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.

Asbestos-containing materials are not easily affected by water and do not disintegrate or dissolve when exposed to it. However, porous materials can deteriorate due to water exposure, leading to the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The settling of asbestos fibers can also occur as water makes them heavy, which reduces the risk of airborne exposure, though future disturbance of the materials could cause risk. Wetting asbestos-containing materials does not constitute safe removal, and the proper handling and disposal of asbestos materials should be left to professionals.

While asbestos can’t be directly absorbed through the skin—the fibers are too big—skin contact can still produce symptoms. Contact dermatitis can flare up in sensitive individuals but in most cases, the danger from asbestos comes from inhaling the fibers, or dust, that is produced when asbestos is disturbed. If you touch asbestos by accident, immediately wash yourself and your clothes.

No, an N95 mask will not protect against asbestos and many other hazardous materials, such as carbon monoxide, gas, chemical vapors, and other gases. You will need a respirator specifically designed to protect against asbestos. However, if you suspect asbestos is present in your home, hire an asbestos abatement professional immediately and avoid the area until they arrive for the inspection.

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)

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