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 2025
Michael and his crew researched several rust spots in our 24 year old pool and discovered the original pool contractor had not built the pool to code. He sent pictures of the violations and proposed the reconstruction of the pool. He kept in constant communication and sent daily pictures of the...
Purrfect Pools and Construction
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Reviewed in December 2024
Beautiful outcome in our remodeled shower. Very timely and consistent work. Really appreciate Juan's great skill as a tiler as well.
JD Builders
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Reviewed in July 2023
Have to give Linda and her girls a big THANK YOU for job well done. The end results were better than inspected. I will refer them and will definitely re-use them. Jay
Home Cleaning Centers of America
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Reviewed in July 2023
Brayan was very helpful and was so patient with me. Recommend him to anyone looking for a plumber.
Sewer Specialist - Unlicensed Contractor
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Reviewed in May 2019
David was very prompt and efficient. He thoroughly explained the process he would use to test the air quality in our home. The collection process took less than an hour and the comprehensive reports was emailed to me 3 days later. The cost was comparable to other estimates I received from...
CPMI: Mold Remediation & Testing Services
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Reviewed in December 2018
So far so good, but the test will be next summer when it rains hard
B-DRY SYSTEM CLEVELAND
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Reviewed in June 2018
Two major concerns. Sales tactics are poor. Person answering the phone quotes job at $100, Home Advisor site suggests $253 -$353, he arrives smiling and fast-talking and says about $500, probably to test the waters. Seeing I was not pleased, he immediately asks if I am a senior (would not...
H1 Services
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Reviewed in May 2017
I believe they have the skills, but I had to be there every step of the way. The work on the sprinkler system is still not fixed. It was not properly tested. They did a very good job building the gas fire pit we requested. Concrete patio work was good.
Mr. Service Man - Unlicensed Contractor
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Reviewed in February 2016
Jeff arrived and I explained what I was looking for. He agreed and told me he'd preform a test area first (NO CHARGE!) to see if that was what I was looking for. However after the test patch was completed it was in too obvious a spot to look correct. His work however doing the test spot...
Home Central Floor Care
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Reviewed in February 2013
I liked that they didn't do both testing and cleaning. They only do testing. They were timely and they explained everything well. They gave me a report in a timely manner. I would use them again and I would recommend them. I didn't compare their prices.
Mold Pro Chicago
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.

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.

While asbestos can’t be directly absorbed through the skin—the fibers are too big—skin contact can still produce symptoms. Contact dermatitis can flare up in sensitive individuals but in most cases, the danger from asbestos comes from inhaling the fibers, or dust, that is produced when asbestos is disturbed. If you touch asbestos by accident, immediately wash yourself and your clothes.

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 testing takes place in two stages—collection and lab testing. Collection can take less than 20 minutes if a professional manages to get a direct sample. If air samples are required, then the pro will set up a testing device and return to collect it. In both cases, the sample is sent to a lab and results are confirmed or denied usually within one to two days.

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