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>

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Last update on September 13, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Eric was very professional, on-time, courteous, and gave a very good rate for testing! He explained the process and made us very comfortable.
Fox Environmental Services
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Reviewed in January 2025
The company was very professional, and the inspector was knowledgeable and informative about the testing process. I highly recommend this company.
Restoration 1 of Mt Pocono
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Reviewed in December 2019
I hired Chris Beckhorn, Stonecraft in 2018 to locate and repair leaks in firebox and basement wall from the fireplace, so that I could make my fireplace functional again. Beckhorn decided that I needed new crown, caps, & repointing. Following payment of approx. $3000.00 for the above, the leaks...
StoneCraft Masonry & Chimney
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Reviewed in June 2018
My well water came back high in coliform. Alan contacted me immediately and came out to chlorinate the well within two days (it wasn't an emergency). The well had failed one test before treatment, but passed the second one after being treated by Lehigh Valley Plumbing. Thanks so much for...
Lehigh Valley-Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2017
I had a very good experience with Atlas for asbestos testing. Jason was very responsive to my request, appointment was within 24 hours. He was on time, very professional, and informative in describing the process, risk, etc. The test was completed and results were sent the next day. I would...
Atlas Environmental Inspections
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Reviewed in August 2016
Bill was very patient, professional, and instructive in educating us about mold testing and remediation, the various types of mold, and possible causes, and solutions. He spent more time explaining things to us than he did in performing the testing (which was greatly appreciated and performed...
Your Health Matters, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2015
If you want your entire home fully tested for mold, Sanitech is the vendor to use. My experience with Mike (the owner) was absolutely incredible. Like myself (also self employed), Mike educates his clients so that you know fully understand what you are purchasing. His costs are a bit higher...
Sani Tech Enviromental
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Reviewed in February 2015
It didn't go well. I joined Angie's List to find a recommended plumber who could test my water, make treatment recommendations, and do the work. I contacted RJ Groner via Angie's email for the company explaining my situation on January 16. The company was punctual in getting back to...
R. J. GRONER CO.
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Reviewed in August 2014
Initially I requested an inspection for structure, septic and water. I had to have a second inspection for septic. In both instances two employees came for the inspection. I only expected one. In both cases. the employees arrived in a clean company marked van. Both were wearing clean,...
ComfortSpec
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Reviewed in March 2014
They came and inspected the house and then went about gathering data using infrared cameras and performed a pressure test. The information helped to add and augment insulation. 
Easy Energy USA LLC
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If you hire a dedicated asbestos inspector near you in addition to your local home inspector, it will cost between $200 and $800. If, however, your general home inspector happens to be certified as an asbestos inspector, they can charge you a smaller fee and tack on the cost to the home inspection. In general, home inspectors do not do physical testing, but will provide a visual assessment so you know what you are working with.

No, but it’s common that they do. Gravity furnaces weren’t terribly efficient so wrapping either the ductwork in asbestos, the furnace itself, or both, was something done regularly. This allowed the system to retain more heat. At the time, this greatly enhanced the efficiency of the furnaces but it wasn’t until later that we became aware of just how carcinogenic and dangerous asbestos could be.

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)

It is not recommended to drill into asbestos siding because doing so can release hazardous asbestos fibers into the air. The safest way to handle asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate them.

Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.

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