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>

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>

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Q: How do I locate where the smell is coming from?

• <div><p>While a professional can always help, there are some common plumbing culprits you can check yourself to see if you can find the sewer gas smell. For example, you should check your water traps, sometimes called P-traps and S-traps, which are located under sink, shower, and laundry drains. The wax ring beneath the base of your toilet, which creates a watertight seal with the plumbing, could also have gone bad.</p></div>

Q: What pollutants are commonly tested for?

• <div><p>Mold, VOCs, radon, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter are typically measured.</p></div>

Q: Does a home seller have to disclose asbestos to potential home buyers?

• <div><p>Federal law doesn&rsquo;t require homeowners to disclose the presence of asbestos in their home, but some states and local municipalities may require it. That is why it&rsquo;s important to test an older home for asbestos and other health hazards before moving forward with a sale.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2024
Jake, our technician showed up right on time and ready to do our mold test. He was very thorough and explained the entire process to us. Dave answered my request quickly and the price of work was very reasonable . I highly recommend them
Hippo Home Inspections
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Reviewed in September 2023
They came and fixed my valve and tested to make sure it worked. Very efficient.
Rainbow Landscaping
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Reviewed in May 2020
I was very surprised at the cost of the test. I felt for the time given the cost was 50% too high. It's one of those situations where the charge for testing is too great, but you have to do it because it is serious regarding health care.
PSR Environmental Consulting Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2018
Hard to know whether the product works like you're promised when the salesman drops a few drops of some liquid into a test tube and based on the clarity of the Apollotek treated water you're supposed to have proof their product will purify your water. Too many outlandish claims to...
Apollotek International, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2017
The faucet wasn't the problem, which I suspected was the case as I had had a part replaced in the past, but fixing the drip didn't last. The plumber first did a test to see if part replacement was the problem. He said the system needed to be bled and quoted an additional $96 beyond what I had...
Jacot Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in December 2017
The work was done neatly. A drop cloth was spread on the floor in front of the fireplaces. The gas log fireplaces we're tested after cleaning.
RED HOOD CHIMNEY SWEEP AND AIR DUCT CLEANING
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Reviewed in September 2017
Joseph called me right away and had my toilet fill valve & angle stop installed (replaced) on the same day! He also tested my water for hardness! Great job! THANKS!!
SoCal Plumbing & Rooter, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2016
The plumber showed up within allotted time frame, performed some tests to determine where the leak was originating. This was a copper / brass connection that probably hasn't been replaced in 50 years,. He replaced the fitting and tested to ensure the leak was no longer present. Did a great job ...
Professional Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in April 2014
Commenced with water damage work without identifying whether or not there was asbestos present. In the end test revealed asbestos was present
911 Restoration of Orange County
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Reviewed in August 2013
Kitchen cabinet bottoms were soaked with water and sloped to center of bottom shelf, but no obvious visible source of water leak. Plumber from Patriot arrived promptly and turned off water valves to determine changes in water flow to determine no pinhole slab leaks. <br /> Tested dishwasher by...
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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.

While a professional can always help, there are some common plumbing culprits you can check yourself to see if you can find the sewer gas smell. For example, you should check your water traps, sometimes called P-traps and S-traps, which are located under sink, shower, and laundry drains. The wax ring beneath the base of your toilet, which creates a watertight seal with the plumbing, could also have gone bad.

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.

Mold, VOCs, radon, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter are typically measured.

Federal law doesn’t require homeowners to disclose the presence of asbestos in their home, but some states and local municipalities may require it. That is why it’s important to test an older home for asbestos and other health hazards before moving forward with a sale.

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