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 I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div><p>No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-texture-drywall.htm">create a textured drywall ceiling</a> with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos. </p></div>

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Did you know mildew is the gas given off from mold?? Joe offered great advice about the growth of mildew into mold, and my landlord's responsibility to remove it. I feel that he is knowledgable and would perform a thorough inspection. Based on my present economics and quotes from 2 other...
Mold Testing CO, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2017
Excellent professionals who were entirely available to discuss my mold issue well after the tests had been completed. I appreciate their knowledge and professionalism. I highly recommend their services.
Natural Mold Solution LLC
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Reviewed in July 2016
A - Tim gave a thorough explanation of the products & services that would be performed. Also he gave us options. He was patient and professional. When he finished his work he walked me through what he did & let me test and check. Overall, I am very pleased and I feel that found our "go to"...
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Reviewed in March 2016
I've never bothered to reviewed a company on Angie's List until now, but I feel obliged to write about my excellent experience with Holt Plumbing. Our water bill has slowly gone up several months. I knew I had a leak, but could not find it inside. Holt Plumbing came one day and spent about an...
HOLT PLUMBING CO., LLC
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Reviewed in February 2016
These guys answered the phone right away,came out to do the asbestos test the next morning,and had results in just a couple of days. When the results came back they called me and emailed the results........perfect.
AAA Remediation, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2015
You know how it goes, my wife comes up to me one day and said our master bath is old and dingy and needs a remodel. Oh Boy I thought - the bathroom is only 5 years old. I was talking with a good friend of mine and he asked if I had ever thought about just having the grout cleaned and color...
Grout Works LLC
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Reviewed in October 2015
they contacted me when they would be in the area told me that I didn't;t need to be there and it was done. The true test will be next year on the over seeding. I have used these guys before and they are always very good.
Brauss Lawn Service LLC
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Reviewed in January 2014
Tech (???) arrived 1 hour late to work on a sewer odor in my bedroom. He inspected and found nothing obvious and then suggested the best way was to smoke test the plumbing system. This had to be done from a vent in the roof. The tech did not have a ladder to get to the roof. I lent him my...
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A salesperson came out to our house with window samples very soon after we contacted the company initially. Although he was a very nice man, we were immediately turned off by the high pressure sales tactics he employed, particularly since we have purchased windows from other providers before...
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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 was commonly used in cloth wiring, but not all types of cloth wiring contain it. The age, condition, and appearance of the wiring can provide clues as to whether asbestos is present or not, but the only way to know for sure if the wiring has asbestos is to have it tested.

No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still create a textured drywall ceiling with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos.

No, an N95 mask will not protect against asbestos and many other hazardous materials, such as carbon monoxide, gas, chemical vapors, and other gases. You will need a respirator specifically designed to protect against asbestos. However, if you suspect asbestos is present in your home, hire an asbestos abatement professional immediately and avoid the area until they arrive for the inspection.

When learning how to test for asbestos in a popcorn ceiling, you have an option for a DIY job or to hire a professional tester. You can purchase a kit at a hardware store and use personal protective equipment while doing the test. If you don’t want to risk any potential exposure to asbestos, hire a professional asbestos testing company instead.

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