Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div>If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-asbestos.htm">how to clean asbestos</a> safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.</div>

Is it safe to cover an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div>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. </div>

Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-i-tell-if-house-has-asbestos.htm">Asbestos</a> can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:<ul><li>Acoustic ceiling tiles</li><li>Furnace insulation</li><li>Home appliances</li><li>Fire-retardant clothing</li><li>Cement pipe</li><li>Pipe insulation</li><li>Wall and ceiling insulation</li><li>Vehicle brake pads</li><li>Vinyl flooring</li><li>Sprayed acoustic ceilings</li><li>Stove insulation</li><li>Patching compounds</li><li>Textured paints</li><li>Roofing shingles</li><li>Siding</li></ul></div>

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Stephen is an awesome employee! He knows his plumbing and has a great attitude ! I will use you again for my plumbing needs!!!
Blue Plumbing & Drain Cleaning, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Quick response, quick appointment, quick results.
Arizona Indoor Air Quality and Environmental Testing, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Repaired tub and it’s perfect
Bath Planet of N Arizona, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2021
When testing Christmas lights I realized that the outdoor outlets, which had worked fine three days before, was inop. Having used and been happy with S&M and their technician Chris before, I called their office again. Stephanie had to put me on a "will call" list due to the fact...
S & M Electric, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2021
I am a very satisfied and happy customer!
Tri-City Power Wash
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Reviewed in December 2020
I would like to highly recommend Josh's Plumbing. Josh is a very nice man who does the work himself. He installed a new water softening system and an under-counter water filter in our home. Josh gave us a very good quote and ordered the parts right away, so we did not have to wait long...
Josh's Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2020
Great....replaced the hot/cold valve's at the washing machine, checked all connections, and tested for leaks. Patched the drywall area that was effected by the leak/bad valves too. Assessed two old toilet water intake lines (at my request) and able to replace during the visit as well as one...
Miracle Man Plumbing Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2016
Excellent. Crew of three arrived early in morning, tested current leakage, cleaned and sealed the air duct system (and added return for office) and completed by end of day, ending test showed improvement of more than 97%. Very effective and professional and I would not hesitate to recommend....
Arrowseal
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Reviewed in April 2015
Testing was thorough and quick. 
Gesundheit Air Quality Services
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Reviewed in March 2006
Company was on time and worked diligently on project. Full explanation was provided on what to expect after cleaning the carpet. They tested the cleaning first on grout/tile in laundry room before we approved cleaning. We are pleased with overall results. One note: Our job entailed moving our...
Accent American Inc
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn how to clean asbestos safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.

Costs depend on property size, test types, and additional services like mold sampling.

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.

Asbestos can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:

Acoustic ceiling tiles
Furnace insulation
Home appliances
Fire-retardant clothing
Cement pipe
Pipe insulation
Wall and ceiling insulation
Vehicle brake pads
Vinyl flooring
Sprayed acoustic ceilings
Stove insulation
Patching compounds
Textured paints
Roofing shingles
Siding

No, an N95 mask will not protect against asbestos and many other hazardous materials, such as carbon monoxide, gas, chemical vapors, and other gases. You will need a respirator specifically designed to protect against asbestos. However, if you suspect asbestos is present in your home, hire an asbestos abatement professional immediately and avoid the area until they arrive for the inspection.

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