Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div>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. </div>

Is it safe to cover an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div>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. </div>

Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-i-tell-if-house-has-asbestos.htm">Asbestos</a> can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:<ul><li>Acoustic ceiling tiles</li><li>Furnace insulation</li><li>Home appliances</li><li>Fire-retardant clothing</li><li>Cement pipe</li><li>Pipe insulation</li><li>Wall and ceiling insulation</li><li>Vehicle brake pads</li><li>Vinyl flooring</li><li>Sprayed acoustic ceilings</li><li>Stove insulation</li><li>Patching compounds</li><li>Textured paints</li><li>Roofing shingles</li><li>Siding</li></ul></div>

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Mr. Catalan did an amazing job remodeling my bathroom. The entire remodeling project went smooth from start to finish. He is very professional and was flexible which helped with my work schedule. He also did some painting and new light fixtures in the 2nd floor of my house as well as ripping...
Hugo Catalán
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Reviewed in July 2021
My experience was as positive as mold remediation can be! Todd contacted me shortly after I made my inquiry and came over to look at our issue the same day. He explained every aspect of how the process would work and answered all my questions with professionalism. He did the job yesterday and...
Precise, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2020
We needed to improve upon our existing mitigation system. I got quotes from other companies that basically guessed at a solution. Lance and his team came and were willing to perform preliminary testing to see where the new pipes would be best placed. With actual data in hand instead of "drill...
Lance Dorfi, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2019
We have used RTK Environmental over the years for mold testing. They have always been extremely professional and responsive.
RTK Environmental Group
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Reviewed in October 2018
Mike was able to come less than 24 hours from my call to assess our situation. We'd had a water heater die and it flooded two rooms. He is very knowledgeable. Based on his inspection and thermal imaging, he did not recommended further testing. He did find moisture and explained how to improve...
Brooks Environmental Consulting, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2016
America One Abatement was a great help in responding in a timely manner. They were thorough in looking into an area of question about asbestos, and tested for same. After finding some mold, they came out and removed the mold in the proper way. They were always responsive, and supplied necessary...
America One Abatement Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2015
Not only did he point out potential entry points for critters, but he also pointed out mold in my attic (that previous contractors said wasn't mold) and provided advice on ventilation. He even referred me to a professional mold testing company, who came out and it tested positive for mold. ...
THOROUGHSPECT, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2015
When my husband and I were in the process of buying a home we discovered there could be asbestos in the home basement and we were concerned about how to address it in negotiation with the seller side realtor. We called CT Asbestos Abatement to get an understanding of the testing and abatement...
CT Asbestos Abatement, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2014
Everything went well. David was very thorough in his investigation. After he left, I called him a couple times to ask follow up questions and he was very patient and considerate as he answered all of my questions. He gave me his professional opinion on the state of my subbasement unit, and where...
Apex Mold Specialists NY NJ CT
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Reviewed in July 2014
The service man performed an air test on my plumbing pipes. He heard a "leak" but continued to turn on the main water valve . I was in the basement while he was in an upstairs toilet area checking a problem when I heard water cascading through the first and second floors causing additional...
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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.

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.

Damaged tiles can release asbestos fibers into the air. Anyone in the surrounding area who may inhale the fibers will have them settled in the lining of internal organs. Over time, it may lead to serious health conditions such as lung cancer and mesothelioma.

The only safe way to prevent these conditions is to avoid exposure to asbestos at all costs, even for a short period of time.

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.

Asbestos can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:

Acoustic ceiling tiles
Furnace insulation
Home appliances
Fire-retardant clothing
Cement pipe
Pipe insulation
Wall and ceiling insulation
Vehicle brake pads
Vinyl flooring
Sprayed acoustic ceilings
Stove insulation
Patching compounds
Textured paints
Roofing shingles
Siding

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