It is estimated that there are 1.2 billion square feet of sprayed-on or trowelled-on asbestos materials, with an average asbestos content of 14 percent, in 190,000 buildings. Buildings built in the 1960s are more likely to have these materials than other buildings.
How do you know if you have inhaled asbestos?
Here are 5 warning signs that you may be showing signs of an asbestos-related disease:
- 1 Shortness of Breath. If you have inhaled asbestos fibres, they can cause scar tissue to form in your lungs which is known as asbestosis.
- 2 Swollen Fingertips.
- 3 Fatigue.
- 4 Wheezing.
- 5 Persistent Dry Cough.
Where is asbestos found in old houses?
In homes built prior to 1975, asbestos is most commonly found as thermal insulation on basement boilers and pipes. Unfortunately, it can also be found in a myriad of other household materials including: Blown-in attic insulation. Vinyl floor tiles.
Can you live a long life with asbestos?
Asbestosis can get worse over time and severe cases can place a significant strain on a person’s health and shorten their life expectancy, but in many cases the condition progresses very slowly or not at all.
