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>

Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div><p>No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.</p></div>

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Hamza Plumbing did a wonderful job! Super nice guy! What really impressed me was how fast he responded to my request AND came first thing this morning! He also finished the faucet installs (had to it in all new piping) and then was willing to look at and agreed to fix a major toilet issue house...
Hamza Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2025
They came out and gave me a fair price, quick response time, and I?m extremely satisfied with the work.
Summit Roofing and Restoration, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2025
This professional showed up when he said he would. He did a great job. everything I asked of him and I was very pleased with his work. Good Job sir!
Tochen Hauling Services
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Reviewed in July 2023
I was satisfied with results! They kept me updated throughout the process and would consider for any future projects!
KaY construction
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Reviewed in May 2022
It went very well! Mr. Spate was courteous, professional and thorough. I would definitely request his services again. Great job performance!
Spates Maintenance and Cleaning
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Reviewed in November 2021
William was Avery cordial person and went to work immediately when he showed up at my house. I was a homebuilder for 35 years and donâ t know if I ever had a plumber so professional and courteous at the same time. The job site was cleaner when he left than it was when he got there. Thank you!
The Drain Connection
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Reviewed in April 2017
Mark Troutwine was very polite, respectful, informative and knowledgeable. He spent time diescribing what is done during the inspection and testing. He pointed out other things in the house that might be future problems. A concise report is given at the end of the process. I was very relieved...
Mold Remediation & Testing Experts
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Reviewed in May 2009
Friday morning I received a call from the technician asking me if he could come in the morning to look at the tub. He also ask if he could go ahead and do the estimate at that time or if I preferred he come back at the scheduled time. It was fine with me that he do both early. He was very...
Ellendale Electric
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Percolation Tests 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)

Often found in old insulation, tiles, and roofing materials in pre-1980s buildings.

No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.

Testing and analysis take 10 days to 2 weeks. Expedited services are available for urgent situations typically requiring higher fees.

If you own a stereo microscope, you should be able to see the fibers. The stereo microscope often can perform magnification up to 50x. But unless you have experience viewing asbestos fibers, you may not know exactly what you are seeing. Some fibers are curly, while others are long and straight. Blue, brown, white, and gray colored fibers are all possible.

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