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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From start to finish, CastlePro Garage Doors was a wonderful company to work with for our new garage door install. We have a detached garage that is located behind our house in an alley. Since it is not a main focal point of the house, I underestimated how much a new garage door could brighten...
CastlePro Garage Doors LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
Awesome job painting my outdated kitchen. My wife is very happy with the results. It looks brand new now
MYFC Renovations & Restorations LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Matt was prompt and very thorough. He explained everything and made sure I understood how to support the pumps going forward. He also identified other items and left to get parts and replaced the same day. I would highly recommend.
Reliable Water Treatment Company
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Reviewed in March 2024
Larry did an excellent job filling in my pool and grading the hillside to make it look seamless. He hydroseeded and now you can never tell a pool was there. He graded the yard and hillside beautifully for good drainage.
Harshey Excavating
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Reviewed in December 2023
Shawn and Masson performed my ductwork cleaning today. They were professional and courteous. They were efficient during the process and often stopped to show/explain things to me along the way. I highly recommend Shawn and Masson to perform this service for anyone looking to complete it.
Bactronix Corp
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They did a great job. Got all the stains off the house and banister.
Keep It Clean Power Washing and Painting
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They do a fantastic job, very thorough and at a very reasonable cost. I would recommend them!
Chambers Property Maintenance
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Reviewed in January 2014
The work crew were great. Very friendly and polite. They started the work when Chaz said that they would and they worked during some of the hottest summer days of 2013 starting early and stopping in mid afternoon. They had the entire project done in less than a week and cleaned up extremely...
Knox's Construction
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Reviewed in July 2013
He was on time with everything and explain test results very well.
Indoor Air Quality Services, LLC
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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)

Many homeowners may never have to test their homes for asbestos. Asbestos particles are only dangerous if they become airborne. If you plan to do construction or notice damage to piping, siding, or drywall, you should hire a specialist to test for asbestos.

If you plan to remodel your home or have any concerns, you should have your home tested for asbestos just to be safe.

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.

Asbestos is a carcinogen, meaning it increases the risk of cancer. Inhaling asbestos fibers is linked to several respiratory issues, including asbestosis, or scarring on the lungs, lung cancer, and mesothelioma, another type of cancer. There's also a link between asbestos exposure and an increased risk of colon cancer and other cancers of the digestive system.

Usually, the people most at risk for disease related to asbestos exposure are those who spend a lot of time working around the material without protection. Electricians who work with asbestos wire have a higher risk of developing mesothelioma or lung cancer due to their exposure.

Costs depend on the number of samples, property size, and lab processing fees.

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