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>

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

• <div>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. </div>

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These guys do a very good job in a timely fashion. I had them clean out and grade a food plot for me and it turned out exceptional!
Central Wisconsin Excavating
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Pat in hot tub installation and service is a beast! He does the work of 2 guys! I still can't believe he installed my 6 person hot tub all by himself! He provides extraordinary service on all things relating to hot tubs. He truly is a hot tub expert!
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Reviewed in April 2025
The owner came out personally to inspect and estimate the project. Dedicated. He had a good explanation of the work that needed to be done. Did it on time and reasonable prices.
Vantage Construction Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
Always a pleasure to come home to an AMK cleaning!
AMK Cleaning Services LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Was prompt and trouble shot the reason we didn't have any hot water pressure. Replaced the faucets and unblocked the pipes. And got our dishwasher working. Did a great job.
I Can Fix That
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Reviewed in October 2022
This is for Radon testing and mitigation ... categories do not fit. He does a great job and is easy to work with . I would highly recommend this company.
New Horizons Radon Testing & Mitigation
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Reviewed in May 2018
The same day I filled out a service request Dave called and had a Radon test started in my basement. This is my second experience like this with Home adviser. really awesome to get a call the same day for a service provider in my area! Meeting Dave I look forward to working with him on more...
Top Down Home Inspection, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2018
Everything went very well. We needed an inspection completed ASAP for an offer we were placing on home. I contacted 5-6 local inspection business's, Doug was one of the first inspectors to get back to me and was only one willing perform inspection on the coming weekend ($310). Doug was on time...
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Reviewed in July 2015
Garage: Stated garage okay, however light in garage does not work, and changing bulb did not work. Will have to hire electrician. He noted problem with garage door not reversing when object placed under door. Was easy fix. Exterior: All fine,however he said no electrical outside,...
Jarvis Home Services LLC
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Reviewed in March 2014
Nothing much to say about the job. After He measured the job and got the old pipe out, put in the new piping. Tested for leaks, he was done. 
Bohl & Proulx Plumbing
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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)

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.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.

Professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to detect asbestos, radon, and VOCs.

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.

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