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>

How do I report exposure to asbestos?

• <div>According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:<ul><li>Asbestos subject matter experts in your state </li><li>EPA regional office</li><li>Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone</li><li>EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax </li></ul></div>

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Reviewed in September 2024
Eric came out addressed my chimney problem,and added an extension,then he tested the draft,and it was so much better,he was polite,and very professional, I would recommend them to everyone
Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
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Reviewed in April 2024
We are under new management and we care about our customers. I have remodeled to some extent! Our current hours of operation are Tue-Fri 10-6 and Sat 10-4. You have my personal guarantee we will be open the hours listed. Come get your free water test and check us out!
Poolside, Inc
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Reviewed in July 2022
Fantastic! The presentation sold the product. There was no need for pressure sales. My skin was itchy after I showered, but not any more. I drink much more water now because it's great water. The ph level is much higher. The only negative thing is having to wait two months for installation...
North Carolina Water Consultants
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Reviewed in August 2020
Dan performed our Radon testing. He was very quick to respond to my initial request for info and easy to reach. He even accommodated my schedule within a 24 hour window and had excellent communication the whole way through, from scheduling to letting me know when the testing was complete. ...
Danrocks Home Services
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Reviewed in June 2020
Good service and thorough inspection. Did try pushing for a test we did not want or need.
Green Home Solutions
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Reviewed in March 2018
We are extremely pleased with the service that Stoner Water/Culligan provided for us. We moved into our house earlier this winter and it has a Culligan system that the previous owners purchased. The gentleman from Culligan tested the system for us, helped us put in new salt, and explained all of...
Culligan/Stoner Quality Water
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Reviewed in May 2016
I knew there was something wrong with the water heater setup in my house since we kept getting this "black soot" coming into the bathtub whenever we would run the hot water. Town came out and tested the water and didn't find anything. Water heater is only 4-years old, so I wasn't sure...
Collier Services, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2014
From my first contact with the company I was comfortable talking to the representatives. The company representative that came to do the estimate for the work was very knowledgeable, he used language I understood without talking "down" to me and he made me feel like a valued customer from our...
E Luke Greene Company Inc.
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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)

Mold, VOCs, radon, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter are typically measured.

Asbestos fibers can stay airborne for 48 to 72 hours, depending on the home's ventilation. Fibers can linger longer in enclosed spaces with poor airflow. Because the fibers are microscopic, they can easily remain suspended, making them difficult to detect without professional equipment.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:

Asbestos subject matter experts in your state
EPA regional office
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone
EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

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