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Is 2 chrysotile asbestos dangerous?

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Asbestos is one of the most important occupational carcinogens, causing about half of the deaths from occupational cancer (1, 2). ... The principal varieties of asbestos are chrysotile, a serpentine material, and crocidolite, amosite, anthophyllite, tremolite and actinolite, which are amphiboles (4).

How do you check for asbestos?

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The area to be tested will be sprayed with water to keep loose fibers from getting in the air. A tool is used to cut into the substance to be tested to get a sample of fibers. A small sample of the material which might be or contain asbestos is placed in a sealable container to be sent to a lab for testing

Can a one time exposure to asbestos be harmful?

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No amount of asbestos exposure is considered safe, and people should always take precaution to avoid inhaling toxic dust. However, most asbestos-related diseases arise only after many years of regular exposure. An extremely intense short-term exposure also heightens the risk of disease later in life.

Is asbestos removal covered by insurance?

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Asbestos is usually not covered under homeowners insurance, even if you have HO-3/open perils coverage, because almost all home insurance policies have an exclusion for pollution. ... Covering asbestos removal would likely require insurance companies to substantially increase homeowners insurance rates.

Is it safe to live in a house after asbestos removal?

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The good news is that simply living in a home in which asbestos exists is not dangerous. However, if asbestos materials are disturbed — during a remodel, for example — asbestos fibers may be released into the air. The risk of disease increases if those fibers are inhaled.

Can you sell a house with asbestos?

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Selling a House With Asbestos - It's not illegal to sell a house with asbestos. ... In some states, you may be required to have your home tested for its presence before you can sell your home. It's always best to talk with a local real estate professional who knows the disclosure laws in your state.

Is it better to remove asbestos or leave it?

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Generally, asbestos-containing material that is in good condition and will not be disturbed (by remodeling, for example) will not release asbestos fibers. Asbestos-containing materials may release fibers when they are disturbed, damaged, removed improperly, repaired, cut, torn, sanded, sawed, drilled or scraped.

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