Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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>

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Reviewed in February 2020
The person, Anatoli, was non pressure, professional and personable. He explained what the company was about and the procedures he would be taking step by step. All of my questions were answered. For example: Would I need to remove any dishes and/or food. How much time will the results take....
My Pure Environment Santa Clara
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Reviewed in June 2019
A1 Certified was professional and courteous for starters. They were on time, and shared valuable information about mold/mold abatement. Testing results were needed prior to the time frame and the gentleman that did our testing, called the lab and rushed the results.
A1 Certified Environmental
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Reviewed in March 2015
He took 2 mold samples to be tested in a PROFESSIONAL manner.
Curtis Roberts Mold Inspection
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Reviewed in December 2013
Clean and test the system. These folks are A1!
Atlas Heating & Air Conditioning Co
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Reviewed in September 2013
Mr. Gray arrived earlier than expected but called prior. He was very professional in his presentation and explanation. The deal cost did not include the actual testing for mold. This was >$300 in addition to house exam. This was not so clear in the purchase of the exam. <br />
Certified-Environmental
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Reviewed in August 2013
PG&E was replacing defective gas line to house. They found riser pipe was defective, told me, and suggested I hire a plumber to repair since not PG&E problem. I phoned AKK Builders. Very responsive. On the jobe within 2 hours. Replaced ruptured pipe. Pressure tested all gas lines and...
AKK Builders Plumbing & Water Heaters
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Reviewed in August 2012
As my regular plumber and i had issues connecting for replacement of my poorly functioning toilet (kept leaking) i contacted Ed of Bonafide Plumbing on Monday. He arranged to come to my home Thurs morning @ 9. He showed up a few minutes early which i appreciated, came in and assessed the...
Bonafide Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2011
Raul is a helpful, honest guy who knows his plumbing and does quality work. We just moved into a house, and there were several problems. First, we needed to move a gas line and install a washer and dryer in our laundry area, and install a new venting pipe through our crawl space to the outside...
Toto's Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2008
It was a good experience. Everyone showed up on time, worked hard and efficiently, and were done on time as well. The tape did come up on one vent, but my husband stepped on it and it stuck down again. We did expect the man who did the testing to speak to us about how it came out, but he...
Eisen Environmental & Construction Services
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Asbestos has many beneficial properties, including fire resistance, strength, and chemical resistance. It is also an excellent insulator, which is why it was used in pipe insulation and other building materials for decades. For all its benefits, asbestos is dangerous for human health, which is why it was eventually banned from use in certain products.

The cost for asbestos testing typically ranges from $400 to $800. The final price depends on several factors, including the number of samples needed, the size and age of the property, and the professional's expertise required for comprehensive testing. Larger or older properties may have higher costs.

It is not recommended to drill into asbestos siding because doing so can release hazardous asbestos fibers into the air. The safest way to handle asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate them.

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.

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.

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