Is it safe to cover an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>Some pros may recommend covering a popcorn ceiling that tests positive for asbestos with beadboard ceiling planks or drywall. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-install-beadboard-over-popcorn-ceiling.htm">cost to install a beadboard ceiling</a> averages more than $5,000, but you likely will pay more than the average for the installer to deal with the asbestos safely. Installing a beadboard ceiling or new drywall will disturb the asbestos and release some microscopic fibers, so the installer will need to take precautions. </p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2023
At first, this company was good they were quick to respond and examine what is needed. I did have to wait until the next day for them to install a new grinder pump which is understandable. I bought a 3 yr warrant upgrade pump they said for $399. They also have a 1 yr craftsman warrant they as...
Reliable Plumbing Plus LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
Their work igets an A+. My pool has never been as clean, and clear. Very reliable too.
Grade A Pools
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Reviewed in April 2022
It was excellent. They crew that did the mold testing, they tested the mold to begin with. They did the air and scraping. They came back with the result and did the remediation. The owner and the crew jumped in immediately when they came and I didn't have to wait. They answer all the questions...
BioClean Remediation LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
Mr. Mike was professional. Great attitude, very pleasant around professional. I will recommend him to anybody that needs a win mitigation test mitigation test
WIN Home Inspection
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Reviewed in July 2021
My house had visible mold in one part of the house and I needed to have the air quality test done in another part of the house to see if it was okay to be there. The representative that came was punctual, knowledgeable and very professional. He answered all my questions. The only thing that I...
A+ Restoration and Cleaning
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Reviewed in December 2020
Called within minutes of my request and came to assess situation. Not an urgent problem so returned next a.m. to do water leak test. Provided written verification of water meter readings to submit to ECUA. Steve Simpson is very courteous, eager to fix problem. Plus, service charge very...
Town & Country Irrigation Service
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Reviewed in April 2019
Inspector Reggie Saunders was professional and knowledgeable. Gave me a lot of information and explained what he was testing. On time and thorough. I paid 400.00 for full inspection and I hope the lab report is complete. I was impressed
Mold Test Company NC
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Reviewed in May 2017
Surprised at how quick this testing took and inexpensive it was compared to other companies. Would definitely recommend!!!
New Finish Interiors
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Reviewed in August 2015
They arrived in a timely manner. Eddie walk me through every test and showed me the results when determining the problem.
4 Season's Techs, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2012
Amazing!! I had left a message with their after-hours lady yesterday (Sun). The company called me back early this morning to inquire about details. Then the owner called me saying he could come over in a few hours! I was thrilled he could come within 24 hrs of my initial call! When he...
Aggressive Plumbing
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Because of the danger of inhaling asbestos fibers, figuring out through testing whether your popcorn ceiling contains asbestos is definitely worth it. If the popcorn ceiling texture has asbestos, remove it as soon as possible to keep your family safe. Any home built in or before the 1980s that has popcorn ceilings could have asbestos, necessitating testing. Asbestos carries several health risks for people who inhale it, including the increased chance of developing lung cancer in the future.

Asbestos fibers can stay airborne for 48 to 72 hours, depending on the home's ventilation. Fibers can linger longer in enclosed spaces with poor airflow. Because the fibers are microscopic, they can easily remain suspended, making them difficult to detect without professional equipment.

You can tell if old flooring has asbestos if thick black flooring adhesive is underneath the tiles. However, homeowners should not cut into linoleum floors to look for this adhesive. Instead, hiring a specialist to test the floors is the only safe way to determine if old flooring has asbestos.

Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.

Some pros may recommend covering a popcorn ceiling that tests positive for asbestos with beadboard ceiling planks or drywall. The cost to install a beadboard ceiling averages more than $5,000, but you likely will pay more than the average for the installer to deal with the asbestos safely. Installing a beadboard ceiling or new drywall will disturb the asbestos and release some microscopic fibers, so the installer will need to take precautions.

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