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>

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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I recently hired Luminous and Luis Gil to install new outlets, a ceiling fan, and eight recessed lights in my home, and I couldn?t be happier with the results. Luis was professional from start to finish he showed up on time, walked me through the plan, and made sure every detail was done right....
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Reviewed in July 2024
I was so stressed due to a plumbing problem we had he was so fast to answer and very reasonable pricing very professional
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Reviewed in September 2023
Ed showed up on time and had my faucets up and working in no time. I would definitely have him do plumbing work for me again!
Ed Sewer and Drain
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Reviewed in August 2023
Punctual, professional, detail-oriented, and reasonable rates. The tub looks fantastic! I will be hiring them again.
Professional Painters Co.
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Reviewed in September 2018
I had just joined Home Advisor and was looking for someone who could help me get the material in my attic tested, and if necessary, abate any asbestos that was found. Before I even had a chance to look at the suggested companies I got a call from Mike F. of Central Valley Environmental. He had...
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Reviewed in May 2013
Basically they just stood around and later when I actually moved in the house, I was still having water difficulties so the City came out and they went around and tested all of my water pressure and they did an excellent job checking my pressure, with Johnson Plumbing I feel that's what they...
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Reviewed in July 2012
They were punctual. Their estimate was accurate, and the clean up was very good, but there was some spots I had to call them back for. The follow-up was excellent. They had the guy that gave me the estimate come out and physically get up in the attic and physically look at everything they did...
ACE AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING
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Reviewed in November 2010
I wanted to know if there was any work needed to be done on the unit. I didn’t want to spend a lot of money. The guy actually turned out to be perfect. Although, he took quite a bit of time to do the work, he tested all the vents to check how efficient they were. He did a really good evaluation...
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Reviewed in August 2009
Sercive rep tested the switch, inspected the original sensors, did a minor adjustment, tried the switch again and deducted that the sensors were faulty and in need of replacement.
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A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won’t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed.

If you own a stereo microscope, you should be able to see the fibers. The stereo microscope often can perform magnification up to 50x. But unless you have experience viewing asbestos fibers, you may not know exactly what you are seeing. Some fibers are curly, while others are long and straight. Blue, brown, white, and gray colored fibers are all possible.

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.

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.

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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