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>

Do you always have to remove asbestos wiring?

• <div><p>If you have an older electrical system with fraying wires and other signs of damage, removal may be the best course of action. When asbestos begins to break down, it's more likely to become airborne, increasing the risk of health issues when it's inhaled.</p><p>However, if the system is in good condition and doesn't have visible signs of wear or damage, leaving it alone may be the safest course of action. An asbestos abatement and removal professional can help you determine the best way to proceed.</p></div>

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Patricks Testing Service
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Reviewed in July 2023
I have never before ordered a Mold test But he was quick and efficient and got the job done.
Walker Environmental
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Reviewed in April 2022
Water is fresh and clean. They test the water find out what if wrong with it and they have the solutions. We were kind of a unique situation and they new exactly what we needed and they were also the cheapest solution out of three quotes.
WaterPros
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Reviewed in March 2021
David was very professional and quickly tested for asbestos. Called me several times during his appointment and made sure I stayed in the loop.
SHC Construction Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2020
Francis was very professional and knowledgeable. He was able to explain the entire testing process. Their testing cost was the cheapest of the 3 vendors I looked at.
Pure Maintenance of Colorado, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2019
They were very professional and helpful. I called in with an issue and they were in my place the next day. I would recommend to anyone who needs an air quality or mold test done.
Colorado Mold Services, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2018
I originally got a quote from two different companies---one that did the original testing and Colorado Mold Services. CMS was (by far) the most reasonable. The gentlemen that came to my house to do the cleanup in crawl space ran out of supplies and were unable to finish the job on that day, so...
Atlanta Mold Services, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2018
Very friendly and upfront about costs and time for test results.
New Finish Interiors
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Reviewed in November 2017
Prior to tear down asbestos testing was done and I had to complete mitigation prior to any tear down was done. I appreciated that the company cared about me and their employees to have the testing done prior to taking down a wall. They were very accommodating with my work schedule (worked some...
Paramount Remodeling Company Inc
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Reviewed in April 2017
When Mr. Nelson arrived to give me an estimate, I told him it was the outside front water faucet, he tested the water pressure and there was no pressure at all and water was not coming out. Mr. Nelson also checked the back outside water faucet which the water pressure was good. He gave me a...
911 Rooter and Plumbing, LLC
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No, but it’s common that they do. Gravity furnaces weren’t terribly efficient so wrapping either the ductwork in asbestos, the furnace itself, or both, was something done regularly. This allowed the system to retain more heat. At the time, this greatly enhanced the efficiency of the furnaces but it wasn’t until later that we became aware of just how carcinogenic and dangerous asbestos could be.

There are products that still contain asbestos, but they were typically installed decades ago. Common places where you may still find asbestos-containing materials are in siding, wrapped around ductwork, in older appliances (i.e., stove and gravity furnaces), and in floors. Asbestos was primarily used as an insulator, so anywhere in an older home where you lose heat is where you will most likely find asbestos.

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.

If you have an older electrical system with fraying wires and other signs of damage, removal may be the best course of action. When asbestos begins to break down, it's more likely to become airborne, increasing the risk of health issues when it's inhaled.

However, if the system is in good condition and doesn't have visible signs of wear or damage, leaving it alone may be the safest course of action. An asbestos abatement and removal professional can help you determine the best way to proceed.

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