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>

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Reviewed in November 2021
Great company. I got a general home inspection, and EPA approved lead test done by Gerry the inspector. I had a great experience, and would use them again in the future.
Real Estate Inspections
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Reviewed in April 2018
Upon submitting the request for quotes on mold remediation I was contacted by Dave within hours to 1 day. I had a consultation scheduled with Dave within the week. I can not attest to the testing services of All Mold & Basement Services as I had the testing done prior to submitting the quote...
All Mold and Basement Services, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2016
tested for mold and thought they would do the $3000 treatment that might be needed, but they told me the testing proved there was not a health hazard and actually saved me money!
DelGrosso Remodeling and Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2016
<p>Brent was very knowledgeable to work with. We told him our concern was concentrated to one wall which showed visible water damage on the floors below. He even noted the mold that was growing on our beams, which was missed by our inspector and other companies. After this discovery, we opted...
Basement Waterproofing Solutions
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Reviewed in June 2014
<p>We called to inquire about a water softener and reverse-osmosis drinking water system, and an appointment was set for someone to come out to our house the next week. Phil came to our house and completed some tests on our water, and then reviewed some options for us based on the test results....
MARTIN WATER CONDITIONING
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Reviewed in November 2013
then tested for water hardness and found it to be high which one would assume since the system had been turned off. meanwhile, some very brown water was coming from the kitchen faucet which he said was because the resin in the tank had dissolved and that it would cost almost as much to repack...
Neffsville Plumbing & Heating Services Len the Plumber
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Reviewed in April 2013
Overall the process went very well for me. I was a first time home buyer and somewhat nervous about going through an inspection process. Chris, showed me how to activate the heating system, where the water shutoff valves were located, the status of the sump pump, and the cause of the water...
LANCASTER HOME INSPECTIONS INC.
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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.

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

Testing is crucial to identify harmful asbestos fibers common in building materials from older properties, ensuring safe environments and health.

The cost for asbestos testing typically ranges from $400 to $800. The final price depends on several factors, including the number of samples needed, the size and age of the property, and the professional's expertise required for comprehensive testing. Larger or older properties may have higher costs.

Asbestos was most commonly produced and integrated into building products from the 1920s to the late 1980s. In reality, asbestos use should have ceased much sooner because asbestos was linked to cancer in studies produced as early as the 1950s. You can even extend that number past the 1980s due to stockpiled materials and because some countries treat asbestos use differently. It may also be found more in commercial applications than residential.

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