Is asbestos siding harmful to humans?

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: if the siding is disturbed and the fibers can become airborne.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Asbestos siding that is intact (i.e. does not have jagged or broken edges) and is not disturbed typically does not lead to airborne fibers and can often be left alone or covered with another siding material. However, it's best to have it professionally removed when possible.

Answer: No, never
Explanation: Unless disturbed

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: Asbestos is harmful and is a specialized field.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: As long as the siding is not disturbed, causing the fibers to become air borne, it remains safe to it's occupants.

Answer: No, never
Explanation: No, not generally.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: It is usually safe to be near asbestos siding that is in good condition. But, if the siding is aged and broken, there may be danger of inhalation.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Possible if the siding has been severely damaged.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Asbestos siding is harmless unless the dust is inhaled.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Only when friable. This means cut or handled in a manner that makes the material airborne

Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Only when crumbled or being removed... leave it to a pro.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: It is harmful only if it has been disturbed. The fibers only become airborne during demolition.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: So long as the asbestos is encapsulated and not exposed to the open-air it does not pose a significant threat to humans however should it be cracked broken or exposed could compose a carcinogen threat

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: usually only if cut or damaged

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: when its friable

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: If the surface is damaged, sanded , etc. the residue if breathed or otherwise exposed to it could cause certain undesirable medical conditions.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Asbestos must be in a friable condition to be considered harmful. As long as the asbestos is in good condition and is not cracking or breaking apart then it would not be considered harmful to humans. I always recommend monitoring asbestos as conditions may change from season to season in a house.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Asbestos siding is usually not dangerous if it is in good condition. If the siding is damaged and crumble when touch it is dangerous.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Depends on handling method.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: If asbestos siding is disturbed by sanding or grinding, it can get airborne and become a respirable hazard to humans. If the siding is not disturbed, it remains "non-friable" and does not enter the air.

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: Asbestos in any for is harmful to humans

Answer: No, never
Explanation: Asbestos is a known carcinogen and is very harmful to humans.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: If asbestos siding is sufficiently encapsulated/sealed, it poses little hazard to humans.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: As long as its not disturbed there is no immediate harm.

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: the fiber can get stuck in your lungs

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: Only when disturbed

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: If the siding is broken and the particles become airborne.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Only if it in damaged condition

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Asbestos is only dangerous when cut, sawn, or broken into small enough pieces so that asbestos fibers are sent into the air. . If asbestos remains intact in siding, insulation, popcorn ceilings, or other materials it poses no risk and is not dangerous.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Asbestos is only dangerous when it becomes airborne (friable). If it is not being disturbed, it is general considered safe.

Answer: In some cases
Explanation: Only when disturbed.

Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: any asbestos siding is harmful to humans