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A mineral fiber once commonly used for its fire-retarding and insulation properties. It was widely employed in insulation, roofing, floor tiles, household products, and appliances. After extensive studies,the Environmental Protection Agency determined that asbestos caused lung and stomach cancer in people exposed to it over long periods of time.If real property contains asbestos in it,most lenders will require removal,or a firm commitment for removal,before they will fund any loans to buy or renovate the property. Real estate agents are required to disclose the presence of asbestos on property, if known. Asbestos removal is generally accomplished by specially trained and licensed asbestos abatement contractors.

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Outweighing every positive characteristic of asbestos are its hazardous and deadly side effects.
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The asbestos industry faced 3.3 million claims from asbestos victims between 1988 and 2010, resulting in payouts of $17.5 billion and the bankruptcy of more than 100 asbestos companies.
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It is likely that most houses in the UK will contain asbestos in one form or another, particularly those built before1999, however, providing it is not disturbed, it should not pose a risk to the building users.
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