Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div><p>No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.</p></div>

What happens during an asbestos test?

• <div><p>Depending on the size of your home, the inspection process could take a few hours or a few days. While inspecting your home, the asbestos specialist will take small sections of the potentially contaminated material. They will then send the sample to an accredited laboratory or the local health department for testing. </p><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-asbestos-test-cost.htm">cost of asbestos testing</a> depends on your location, the home's size, and the testing area's complexity. Plan to spend between<b> $230 and $800</b> for testing. During testing and while handling potential asbestos, the specialist may wear protective gear, including gloves, overalls, appropriate footwear, and respiratory equipment.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2020
Aurelio was very knowledgeable about the plumbing issue I introduced to him and knew exactly how to correct it. He ran some tests, got the part and the issue was resolved in a timely manor. I definitely will be recommending North Bound Plumbing to anyone looking for plumbing services.
Northbound Plumbing
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Reviewed in June 2020
They were very accurate in sampling and testing parts of the house to test for asbestos. Nice people and they seem trustworthy. The only reason I gave them a 4 instead of a 5 is that there was miscommunication between the receptionist who took the initial scope of work and what was actually...
Norcal Environmental Management, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2019
Carl with A1 Certified Environmental was great and explained what he was doing and what the test for mold could indicate. I would recommend his company for testing. I received the results and that put my mind at ease. I have implemented the suggestions given to me and I am having fewer allergic...
A1 Certified Environmental
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Reviewed in November 2018
They were great!! Even came to my work to pick up the sample I needed tested! They called me later that day and gave me results- by the next morning very early i had the test results by email. Very efficient and personable- definitely recommend this company
Environmental Science Services
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Reviewed in September 2017
There was no charge.? That was under the warranty.? They're awesome.? They did charge me for a new filter because it needed one.? I thought I'd go ahead and have them replace it because they were here. I was kind-of hoping that it would be included, but it wasn't. That's their standard...
Moore Home Services
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Reviewed in June 2014
aThe master bath is on the second floor over the kitchen. We became aware of the leak when water began to run down the kitchen wall and called for a plumber. Cherry Hill provided an estimate which we accepted. <br /> He worked us into his schedule and came out on the date and time promised. ...
Cherry Hill Plumbing and Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in January 2013
Very helpful to me in the arcane world of asbestos testing and compliance with Bay Area Air Quality Management permitting. I needed to get asbestos clearance before I could get a permit from BAAQM, which I needed before I could get a county demolition permit. The folks at ACC talked me through...
ASBESTOS CONTROL CENTER
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Reviewed in January 2013
This is truly a family-owned business (see company's website for more details). Based on good reviews here, I called company at 4:30 PM on a Friday because sewer suddenly started backing up in bathroom and kitchen sinks (on opposite ends of house). Cathy Anderson, co-owner and office manager,...
Gifford Anderson Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in February 2012
My car's smog test results were worse after I took my car in there.
Hoffmann Automotive
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No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.

Depending on the size of your home, the inspection process could take a few hours or a few days. While inspecting your home, the asbestos specialist will take small sections of the potentially contaminated material. They will then send the sample to an accredited laboratory or the local health department for testing.

The cost of asbestos testing depends on your location, the home's size, and the testing area's complexity. Plan to spend between $230 and $800 for testing. During testing and while handling potential asbestos, the specialist may wear protective gear, including gloves, overalls, appropriate footwear, and respiratory equipment.

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

If you hire a dedicated asbestos inspector near you in addition to your local home inspector, it will cost between $200 and $800. If, however, your general home inspector happens to be certified as an asbestos inspector, they can charge you a smaller fee and tack on the cost to the home inspection. In general, home inspectors do not do physical testing, but will provide a visual assessment so you know what you are working with.

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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