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 need to be worried about asbestos?

• <div><p>If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/asbestos-abatement/">an asbestos removal expert</a> to evaluate the situation. </p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2023
The cap on a chimney / flu vent had broken and tested positive for asbestos. They were responsive, professional and honest. They were able to complete the work a few days later at the rate we were initially quoted. They recommended addressing the failing chimney cap while leaving the chimney in...
US Asbestos Contracting
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Reviewed in August 2021
After requesting quotes from Angi's list, Kirk was the only one to respond. He responded very quickly and performed the service that very same day. He thoroughly looked into our problem, tested several causes, and corrected the problem during that first visit. I will certainly recommend his...
Kirk A. Snyder Electrical Contracting
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Reviewed in October 2018
Great! Purchased a new home. Radon level was 17.1. Seller had gotten an estimate from another company and we received a credit on the purchase price. I decided to go on to Angie's List to research Radon Remediation. I saw Airtech Radon Services at the top of the list and read the many positive...
Airtech Radon Services Inc
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Reviewed in September 2018
Dave contacted me within one hour of getting possible repairmen from Angie’s list. I described the problem, and he diagnosed the solution on the spot. He ordered the part and gave me a call when it came in to set up a time to install it. It took him about a half hour to install the element and...
Call Dave Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in March 2018
Bill made sure the piano was quality and that it was in tune and will stand the test of time. As long as we continue to have Bill service the piano our daughters will enjoy it for many years to come. His service was high quality and all encompassing. We highly recommend his services.
A-1 Piano Service
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Reviewed in March 2016
I am a person who knows a little about home construction, radon, household electrical work and air movement so I was understood the where and how the pump would be installed. That reduced my anxiety about the cost and the way the pump would be installed. Before the installer arrived I removed...
SWAT Environmental of Pennsylvania
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Reviewed in March 2014
They were extremely professional, and very detail oriented. The owner called me promptly when I left a message about my situation with selling the house and failing the BASA test. He was there overseeing the entire process, and actually did the excavating. Their work was efficient, neat, and...
EAGAL EXCAVATING
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Reviewed in July 2013
Spoke with Linda to schedule carpet cleaning. She explained everything in detail and quoted a price based on my estimate of square footage. I received a reminder call and tech John arrived promptly on scheduled date. When he arrived I asked if it was possible to add the cleaning of the...
Chem - Dry of Mars
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A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won’t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed.

It can be safe to live in a house with asbestos as long as the asbestos-containing materials are intact, in good condition, and not disturbed. Asbestos becomes dangerous only when its fibers are released into the air, which happens if the material is damaged, crumbling, or disturbed during renovation work. If you suspect asbestos is present, do not disturb it. Instead of removal, materials in good condition can sometimes be encapsulated. It is recommended to have regular professional inspections to monitor the condition of the asbestos and prevent health risks from potential exposure.

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.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.

If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in an asbestos removal expert to evaluate the situation.

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