Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was frequently utilized in construction materials for many decades because of its flame-resistant and insulation qualities. However, when asbestos fibers are breathed in, they can lead to serious health problems, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis; this is why asbestos testing in Toronto is of utmost importance if you are concerned about the associated health risks. The impact of asbestos on your health is directly related to the amount of the mineral you are exposed to, and the amount of time you are exposed.

How Much Asbestos Exposure is Harmful?

Some individuals who have encountered asbestos for just a brief time frame may develop serious health issues, while others who have been exposed for a long time may demonstrate no side effects by any means.

What Triggers Asbestos-Related Illness?

Whether one develops health problems from asbestos exposure depends greatly on two factors - duration and degree. The longer one was subjected to asbestos, the higher the chance of sickness. Likewise, those facing large amounts of asbestos on job sites face greater risk than those dealing with small amounts. No contact ensures no threat, but any exposure introduces some level of risk. Thus, minimizing contact through safety practices can help reduce dangers, yet the sad truth remains that even brief or light exposures may still cause harm years later.

How to Protect Yourself from Asbestos?

In general, it is best to avoid exposure to asbestos whenever possible, as there is no way to determine exactly how much exposure is safe. If you suspect that you may have been exposed to asbestos, it is important to talk to your doctor about your concerns and get regular check-ups to monitor your health.

Contact Inch by Inch Inspections today if you require asbestos removal in Toronto!

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Tony Muscat of Inch by Inch Inspections is extremely professional, caring and a prompt individual, when he heard we may have a mold problem he came immediately. Tony was worried with the level of mold that was contained in this recent purchased older home and he walked me through the process of getting rid of the mold and what dangers were involved. He paid the best attention to us, while we went through this horrible ordeal. The fact that impressed me the most was his vast amount of knowledge, and the dangers of each mould which there are many. He is extremely professional and equipped to handle any job. I would recommend Inch by Inch, (Tony) to anyone he is a concerned and serious individual, that cares about your family!!!!!!!

Debra, Toronto

If it wasn't for Joe from Inch by Inch Healthy Homes coming into test the quality of the air in 3 condo's in our building we would have never known it was a gas leak from an outside BBQ which had been an ongoing problem for close to four years!!!!!!(the gas smell was going into the fresh air intake and then spreading through the 3 condo's!!! Thank You!

Peggy, Toronto

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Angela, Burlington

I contacted this company to do an air quality test after we had asbestos wrapping removed from our basement. They were the most reasonably priced. The young man came the same day and was very thorough about the entire process. I appreciate that Tony was able to get my results sooner than the previously date we originally agreed on.

Iman, Mississauga

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