John Langdoc of Baron & Budd, P.C. Warns Homeowners About Potential Asbestos Exposure When Renovating Homes

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DALLAS (March 16, 2011) -John Langdoc, shareholder at the mesothelioma
law firm of Baron & Budd, P.C. is warning homeowners about the potential
dangers of asbestos exposure in older homes. Even though a home update can

result in a more economical and "green"home, people considering renovations
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"Asbestos use was common in many building materials through the 1970s, even
in residential homes,"said mesothelioma attorney John Langdoc. "When left
alone, the asbestos isn't harmful, but once disturbed, such as during renovation,
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asbestos fibers become airborne. Then the fibers can be inhaled and lodged in

the lungs. This is a type of asbestos exposure that, decades later, can develop
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into asbestos cancers such as mesothelioma."

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Some common areas of the home where asbestos may be present include joint

compounds, piping, roofing materials and floor tiles.
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"When renovating an older home, it's important for homeowners to take the
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necessary precautions to check for asbestos prior to starting any renovations,"
said John Langdoc. "If you find that your home does have asbestos in it, it should
be properly removed before beginning renovations."

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