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>

How do I prepare for asbestos testing?

• <div><p>Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.</p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2025
Had the unit installed everything checked out but failed about the Installers had left. Made a few calls which raised to the level of management who had the installer to return. They did....discovered the problem....fixed it ....hung around until the water became hot. Tested both elements and...
A1 Sewer & Drain Plumbing & Water Heaters
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Reviewed in April 2019
I think the true test of any business is how they respond when the job turns out to be more difficult than expected. I've seen other service professionals take advantage of such situations but Gault did the opposite, worked with the situation until the troubleshooting produced perfect results....
Gault Electric LLC
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Reviewed in June 2015
very well, from what I can tell so far (it hasn't rained yet, so I haven't seen it tested); and, I really wanted the job done quickly since I had some water issues in crawl space - he gave me proposal and got the work done within just over a week, which I really appreciated <br />
Exterior Home Improvement
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Reviewed in July 2014
My review at that time prior to the test is the rains of winter was an A . Over winter as the rains started I could hear what is best described as draining tub water every 3-10 minutes around the clock while it was raining. I was unsuccessful in reaching anyone by phone in the office on...
M Leon Construction
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Reviewed in December 2013
The toilet in my downstairs bathroom was bubbling whenever I would do a load of laundry which indicates there is an issue in the sewer line. The county come out and checked the main line, and did not find any blockage. Steve, father and son, came out and ran the washing machine and different...
Claflin Plumbing & Gas Piping
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Reviewed in September 2013
The water hose test is the key. No wasted time doing repairs that "may" fix the problem as I had already tried. They found the problem, made the repairs promptly, and after the test of a good rain the other night, NO LEAKS!!! You can trust Jim Hicks and his team to tell you exactly what is...
Jim Hicks Home Improvement
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Reviewed in February 2013
In August of 2012 I had extensive water damage to our downstairs living area. I contacted this company to provide an estimate for mold removal. They arrived as promised and took air samples to determine the damage and give me an estimate for repairs. The sample was sent off so had to wait 3...
Emergency Restoration Services LLC
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Reviewed in October 2012
Criner Remodeling was one of 6 estimates I eventually received. I first contacted them in April 2012 via their website. In July I received a postcard, which may or may not have been a mass mailing. I called them again in September after the contractor I had selected had a conflict and could not...
Criner Remodeling
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Reviewed in January 2012
Overall, it went very well and we are satisfied. We tested the fireplace for the 1st time yesterday and it worked perfectly.
Rooftop Chimney Sweeps
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Reviewed in February 2009
I made contact with Ecosystem for Mr. Peter Wang who needed Asbestos testing for a property he was renovating. My experience with Ecosystem's staff was excellent. My survey was late because I wanted to talk to Mr. Wang to see who his experience was with the service. He told me that it...
Ecosystems Environmental Services, Inc.
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There are products that still contain asbestos, but they were typically installed decades ago. Common places where you may still find asbestos-containing materials are in siding, wrapped around ductwork, in older appliances (i.e., stove and gravity furnaces), and in floors. Asbestos was primarily used as an insulator, so anywhere in an older home where you lose heat is where you will most likely find asbestos.

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)

Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.

Because of the danger of inhaling asbestos fibers, figuring out through testing whether your popcorn ceiling contains asbestos is definitely worth it. If the popcorn ceiling texture has asbestos, remove it as soon as possible to keep your family safe. Any home built in or before the 1980s that has popcorn ceilings could have asbestos, necessitating testing. Asbestos carries several health risks for people who inhale it, including the increased chance of developing lung cancer in the future.

Federal law doesn’t require homeowners to disclose the presence of asbestos in their home, but some states and local municipalities may require it. That is why it’s important to test an older home for asbestos and other health hazards before moving forward with a sale.

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