Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div><p>No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-texture-drywall.htm">create a textured drywall ceiling</a> with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos. </p></div>

Do I need to be worried about asbestos?

• <div><p>If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/asbestos-abatement/">an asbestos removal expert</a> to evaluate the situation. </p></div>

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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The guys did a great job with our project. Had them finish some irrigation work, place some yard rock and cut down a few trees. On time and communication was great all along the way. Highly recommend
Wicked Good Tree & Yard Care
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Reviewed in February 2025
They had done problems with the machine hopefully is stays put
White Mountain Insulation
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Reviewed in October 2024
I needed trim painted on our entire cabin and pump house. They had a fair estimate and I was asked at the consultation what exactly I was looking for. Phone calls were later made to me with explanations about different types of paint and I was asked what I wanted. They had done their research as...
Blue J Paint and Stain LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
They were courteous and on time. They did what they contracted to do and cleaned up very well. I wanted 3 estimates. 3 made appointment with me, 2 showed up. Domar Painting did more for me and gave a smaller estimate. They are LLC also. which was a must for me. Highly recommend them.
Domar Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
We would highly recommend April and Travis from AZ Color Floor Coating. We selected the color coating we liked and received an estimate. April scheduled the job with us and kept us informed of timing. They arrived when we expected them and began with cleaning and roughing up the existing...
AZ Color Floor Coating, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
I was very satisfied. Communication and explanation of the restorative process was excellent. Triology was on time, thorough and always left thier work spaces in my home clean wich I appreciated. Highly recommend
Triology Restorations LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Responded quickly. Worked fast. Nice people.
Pera Pool Care, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
From the first meeting, to the installation/work and the walk-through with Jacob, AZ CopperScapes was outstanding. The level of communication and quality of work exceeded our expectations and we are so pleased with the end result. German and his crew did a fantastic job with tear-down and...
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Reviewed in March 2021
Bumblebee Plumbing is now our go-to plumbing company of choice. I entered a request on Home Advisor in the evening, received three quick responses from plumbers. I chose Bumblebee Plumbing and technician Drew China came over the next morning. Drew was very polite, professional, came in wearing...
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Reviewed in February 2021
Quick response with phone call from scheduler, technician was here at time promised. Both scheduler, (Margaret), and technician were courteous and displayed very good customer service techniques. Technician performed work quickly for cost promised. He was easy to talk to, knowledgeable and...
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Asbestos was commonly used in cloth wiring, but not all types of cloth wiring contain it. The age, condition, and appearance of the wiring can provide clues as to whether asbestos is present or not, but the only way to know for sure if the wiring has asbestos is to have it tested.

No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still create a textured drywall ceiling with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos.

If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in an asbestos removal expert to evaluate the situation.

Testing and analysis take 10 days to 2 weeks. Expedited services are available for urgent situations typically requiring higher fees.

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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