Guide to Mesothelioma, Detoxifying, and Taking Care of Asbestos in Your Home

In the era of do-it-yourself home renovations, many homeowners are knocking down ceilings and walls and tearing out floor tiles and old pipes. But in their efforts to upgrade and beautify their older homes, they might unknowingly contaminate the air they breathe with toxic asbestos fibers.

This article offers information about asbestos, its dangers, what to do if you suspect it's in your home, the dos and don'ts when handling asbestos, and other helpful information to keep you, your family, and others safe in your home.

After years of exposure to those fibers, people may develop cancer known as mesothelioma, which forms tumors on the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or heart.