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Expert Profile: Jane Cunningham

Expertise:  I can answer any questions about asbestos. This means asbestos in building materials and in other applications. It still exists in building and particularly in older plumbing and heating systems.

Experience in the area
I worked in the asbestos testing and monitoring industry for 9 years. I ran and managed an asbestos testing lab. Asbestos is a fire-resistant fiber that comes in different forms.

Education/Credentials
B.S. Business Quality Management, minor in Sciences.

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Prestige Points: 120
Knowledge   10.0   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   10.0   Best of the best
Timeliness   10.0   Best of the best
Politeness   10.0   Best of the best
Number Of Questions
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Max Questions to be Asked
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Total Questions
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24
Recent Reviews from Users
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User Comments
Thank you... I have a clearer picture now.
(Dan on 10/12/08)
Excellent expert, great complete answer. thank you!
(Leah on 03/17/08)
Very informative answer, thanks!
(jennifer on 01/28/08)
Jane, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!! Your response, first of all, was very quick and your expertise truly put my mind at ease. Thanks again and
(zoe on 07/19/07)
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Recent Answers from Jane Cunningham
2008-08-24  insulation in mobile homes Well, I am an expert on asbestos. Yes, there is asbestos in some insulations, but I sure can't say if there is any in that insulation. If you have concerns about asbestos being in the air from that insulation...
2008-08-13  Insualtion Well......you have to find out what kind of insulation it is before anyone can determine if it is a hazard. Since we don't know, I cannot say if it will be a hazard or not. Here is the best thing...
2008-07-02  Asbestos Shingles Cyn, Well, I'm sure a CT Scan wouldn't ever hurt.....but I doubt it will be deemed medically necessary. When I worked in the asbestos testing lab, I was monitored yearly and a general health check...
2008-03-17  contamination? Leah, Asbestos Abatement contractors use the plastic as a containment barrier and the plastic should be taped down and sealed if they are in the middle of working on the abatement. If they haven't...
2008-03-16  contamination? Leah, First, before I go into a long explanation, let me say you can touch asbestos without fear. I have touched it myself when it was in rock form in nature. The rock called TigerEye is a form of asbestos...
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