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>

Is asbestos commonly found in older homes?

• <div><p>Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since. </p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2024
John was on time, knowledgeable, and professional. He was able to expedite and return testing results within 2 days. He went the extra mile and did a very thorough job. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing to confirm suspected microbial activity in their house due to a possible roof...
Grant Inspection Services
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Reviewed in September 2023
I made an inquiry on Angi and Home Advisor in early August for a bathroom project and was connected with professionals in my area. Mr. Cordona was among those contractors and he reached out to me to come look at the project. I showed Mr. Cordona the two bathrooms and walked through the scope of...
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Reviewed in July 2021
Chris Villarreal is very professional and knowledgeable about the business of mold testing and remediation. Very short appointment and response time. Within 3 days he provided a very detailed report with summary, recommendations for remediation areas. He explained the sections of each report...
HAVOC Consulting Services
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Reviewed in October 2020
1. The technician who came out was fantastic. Very professional. Answered all my questions. 2. Nbr of days for test results is based on when the lab receives the sample(s), not when they're taken. Mine were delivered late. 3. Don't bother calling the nbr in the email notifying you they're...
Mold Test Company TX
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Reviewed in March 2019
Test showed backflow had failed. Test was done in my presence with explanation of criteria. Valve replace a few days later, Original test was not charged. On a third visit, they hooked up drip irrigation for four flower beds, all on a single automatic zone. They used a zone expander so no new...
Smart Earth Sprinklers
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Reviewed in July 2018
Came on time and communicated the details of the work very well. Appreciated his sharing of plumbing details. He ran a test of the gas system for the house we just bought in Wells Branch.
Duck Plumbing Service
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Reviewed in August 2017
The technician was very helpful. After running a hydrostatic test, it was determined that everything was fine and pointed out some issues with our water meter, which the city apparently already "checked". I would recommend and plan I using them again if needed.
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
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Reviewed in February 2017
They removed the old toilet, installed the new one, and tested it until it was perfect.
Plumb Masters, Inc.
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Costs depend on the number of samples, property size, and lab processing fees.

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)

Whether or not to buy a home containing asbestos is ultimately a decision for the homebuyer, and there are several things to consider. When in good condition and contained, asbestos is unlikely to present a health risk—it’s when those tiny fibers are loose and airborne that they become a problem. Consider any renovations you plan on doing to the home that could disturb existing asbestos and the cost of removal. If an inspection finds asbestos in a home on the market, you could negotiate with the seller for a lower price, though this isn’t a sure thing.

Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since.

Asbestos testing takes place in two stages—collection and lab testing. Collection can take less than 20 minutes if a professional manages to get a direct sample. If air samples are required, then the pro will set up a testing device and return to collect it. In both cases, the sample is sent to a lab and results are confirmed or denied usually within one to two days.

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