Asbestos, Lead & Mold Abatement

ASBESTOS

LEAD

MOLD

Health Problems

Lead is a highly toxic metal and exposure to it can result in a variety of health problems. Because of its widespread use in building materials, lead overexposure is one of the more common kinds of overexposure in industrial
environments. The accumulation of lead in the body can create headaches, abdominal pain, and muscle pain.

The severity of asbestos-related physical symptoms varies based on the extent of the exposure; the greater the exposure, the worse the reactions. It can take years for symptoms to develop, but asbestos exposure has been known to increase the risk of lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Since asbestos can be so deadly, proper asbestos abatement services should be used wherever asbestos might be.

Exposure to damp and moldy environments may cause a variety of health effects, or none at all. Some people are sensitive to molds. For these people, exposure to molds can lead to symptoms such as stuffy nose, wheezing, and red or itchy eyes, or skin. Some people, such as those with allergies to molds or with asthma, may have more intense reactions. Severe reactions may occur among workers exposed to large amounts of molds in occupational settings, such as farmers working around moldy hay. Severe reactions may include fever and shortness of breath.