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: Can asbestos leak from a roof?

• <div><p>Asbestos itself does not typically leak from a roof. However, if an asbestos-containing roof is damaged or deteriorated, it can release asbestos fibers into the air. This can occur when the roof is disturbed, such as during maintenance or repairs, or due to weathering over time. Exposure to airborne asbestos fibers can be harmful to health, so it is important to address any damaged asbestos roofs promptly and safely.</p></div>

Q: Can you scrape off old asbestos siding?

• <div><p>Scraping off asbestos siding is extremely dangerous. When asbestos is inert, it does not pose a risk, but once disturbed, the fibers enter the air that you breathe and can cause irreparable damage. Professionals may scrape it off, but they will have more protective equipment and specialized tools that most homeowners do not have on hand.</p></div>

Q: What are the 4 categories of hazardous waste?

• <div><p>The four types of hazardous waste are toxic, corrosive, flammable, and reactive. These four types fall under the EPA&rsquo;s designation of characteristic hazardous waste. The EPA also categorizes hazardous wastes as listed, which includes specific byproducts or unused chemicals from manufacturing and industrial processes, universal waste, including bulbs, mercury, pesticides, batteries, and various other common substances, and mixed waste containing radioactive material.</p></div>

Q: Are asbestos removal contractors required to have any certifications?

• <div><p>Currently, there is no federal licensing mandate for asbestos removal contractors. However, certain cities and states require certification and specialized training. For example, in New York, those handling asbestos must receive an Asbestos Handler Certification. The mandates dictating the necessary training or certifications vary based on state and local laws.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2024
Prairie Bats owner is professional and knowledgeable explaining the bat removal process and completed job at reasonable cost service; prompt communication. Would recommend.
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Reviewed in May 2024
Nate is a very kind and honest guy. Very easy to talk to and a great listener. I will be hiring him for more jobs!
All The Small Things Handyman, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Consistent, reliable, & professional snow removal service. Highly recommend.
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Reviewed in April 2021
Great service and fast response time. He arrive exactly when he said he would.
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Reviewed in August 2016
ek-Edit This is a very good community with good people and good businesses. Everyone can make a mistake but this business by far takes the cake. I humbly suggest people in our community to avoid this business. There are many good water treatment places out there and this one is bad. First of...
Culligan Water of Sioux Falls SD
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Reviewed in February 2014
Kodiak and Krista of K&K Master Svcs were easy to contact, easy to schedule, and even adjusted arrival to a slightly earlier time at the last minute. They were both friendly and pleasant. We engaged their snow removal service for the first time and they did a fine job. So far so good...we...
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Reviewed in April 2013
He also provided references, and was the first company to do so. As parents with small kids, we were concerned that they worked with green cleaning products. We came home to find the carpets vaccumed, dusting done, bathrooms shining (including some crud out of the bathroom we hadn't been...
My Private Butler
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Reviewed in April 2009
They did a great job on our carpet on the stairs and basement. Looks new again!! Dried in 4 hours like he said and the stairs took longer to dry as he explained they would because of the traffic. I was impressed by the way he used the hoses comming in the door to clean the carpets. He used...
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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

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)

Asbestos itself does not typically leak from a roof. However, if an asbestos-containing roof is damaged or deteriorated, it can release asbestos fibers into the air. This can occur when the roof is disturbed, such as during maintenance or repairs, or due to weathering over time. Exposure to airborne asbestos fibers can be harmful to health, so it is important to address any damaged asbestos roofs promptly and safely.

Scraping off asbestos siding is extremely dangerous. When asbestos is inert, it does not pose a risk, but once disturbed, the fibers enter the air that you breathe and can cause irreparable damage. Professionals may scrape it off, but they will have more protective equipment and specialized tools that most homeowners do not have on hand.

The four types of hazardous waste are toxic, corrosive, flammable, and reactive. These four types fall under the EPA’s designation of characteristic hazardous waste. The EPA also categorizes hazardous wastes as listed, which includes specific byproducts or unused chemicals from manufacturing and industrial processes, universal waste, including bulbs, mercury, pesticides, batteries, and various other common substances, and mixed waste containing radioactive material.

Currently, there is no federal licensing mandate for asbestos removal contractors. However, certain cities and states require certification and specialized training. For example, in New York, those handling asbestos must receive an Asbestos Handler Certification. The mandates dictating the necessary training or certifications vary based on state and local laws.

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