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 siding dangerous?

• <div><p>Asbestos siding can be dangerous, but it doesn't necessarily pose a health risk if it's in good condition and left undisturbed. The danger comes from inhaling asbestos fibers, which can be released if the siding is damaged, deteriorating, crumbling, or disturbed during remodeling or repairs. Exposure to these airborne fibers can cause serious, life-threatening diseases like asbestosis (lung scarring), mesothelioma (an aggressive cancer), and other lung cancers.</p><p>If your asbestos siding is intact, the general recommendation is to leave it alone. However, if it's damaged or you plan to renovate, it's crucial to handle it safely. Due to the significant health risks and the difficulty of containing the fibers, it is not recommended to perform any asbestos work yourself. Instead, you should hire a professional asbestos removal company to inspect, repair, encapsulate, or remove the material. The presence of asbestos can also negatively impact your property's value.</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 January 2022
Home Inspection went great, the report was completed very quickly and he responded very quickly. An issue arose when I needed a water test report, I stopped getting responses and had to hire a different company to submit an official water report.
TruVue Property Inspection, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2018
When Greg John came to my home he was a fast talker and energetic. He dove right in before I could even ask for credentials or insurance info. He took to calling me “girl friend” right off the bat. When he got into the shower to look at the situation he asked me for one of my screwdrivers. Then...
G J Plumbing
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Reviewed in October 2017
Had a water leak on the ceiling of a lower floor room. Traced it up to bathroom right above. Brickhaas would only continue after a water service come out to test for moisture. After the water company dried out the area, a couple days later the plumber returned and changed out the toilet flange....
Brickhaas Plumbing HVAC
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Reviewed in September 2016
John is very professional- he identified my issue & recommended the remedy. He is Very knowledgeable and I was Very Impressed- if you have an issue Do Not hesitate to call him. I am so Pleased I did .... Thank you Enviro Testing......
Enviro Testing and Solutions
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Reviewed in September 2015
I was pleased with the walk itself but I had asked for a tint to be put in the mix so the walk would not be a bright white. <br /> When the walk dried there were a few areas where it appeared the walk may have had some dew develope on it overnight. The little spots were white instead of the...
Shawn Helisek General Contracting
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Reviewed in June 2015
Rick has such pride in his work. This is our second time hiring him and he is the only person I even contacted or thought of for this project. He is so prompt in returning phonecalls and really goes the extra mile in helping the customer along the way. While in the process of tile selection, I...
Rick Birkholz Remodeling & Repair
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Reviewed in June 2013
Couldn't succeed at above. Did his own radon test and found out levels were not high enough to worry about. No charge to me. <br />
Airtech Radon Services Inc
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Reviewed in March 2013
They were very responsive. I called in the morning and were there that afternoon. Although Brad tested and didn't find any evidence of a gas leak, he did fix the faucet perfectly. <br />
Mcdonald Plumbing & HVAC
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Reviewed in July 2012
It went very well. He was very professional and thorough. I looked for a home inspector that helped people make the decision NOT to buy a house because of him. While we did end up going through with the purchase, he was able to show us many things that help give us bargaining chips with the...
1st Home Inspections Inc
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Mold, VOCs, radon, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter are typically measured.

Asbestos is absolutely cancerous. In fact, around 4% of all lung cancer cases are the result of asbestos exposure. This is why we recommend a full, professional removal and cleaning of any asbestos found in your home. If you are unsure whether there is any present, you should call a pro who will inspect your property.

Professional asbestos testers or environmental consultants are the best people to call to test for asbestos. An asbestos testing company specializes in collecting and analyzing samples and will be the most qualified to do the job for you. An environmental consultant may not specialize in handling asbestos, but should still have the knowledge and know-how to safely collect a sample and send it off for analysis.

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.

Asbestos siding can be dangerous, but it doesn't necessarily pose a health risk if it's in good condition and left undisturbed. The danger comes from inhaling asbestos fibers, which can be released if the siding is damaged, deteriorating, crumbling, or disturbed during remodeling or repairs. Exposure to these airborne fibers can cause serious, life-threatening diseases like asbestosis (lung scarring), mesothelioma (an aggressive cancer), and other lung cancers.

If your asbestos siding is intact, the general recommendation is to leave it alone. However, if it's damaged or you plan to renovate, it's crucial to handle it safely. Due to the significant health risks and the difficulty of containing the fibers, it is not recommended to perform any asbestos work yourself. Instead, you should hire a professional asbestos removal company to inspect, repair, encapsulate, or remove the material. The presence of asbestos can also negatively impact your property's value.

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