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 July 2023
Gary is very professional and knowledgeable. He explained the procedure and gave me the date when I would get the results back from the asbestos test which came right on time.
Clawback, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2022
Vernon responded immediately (in the evening) to the Home Advisor inquiry and he was available for lead paint testing and provided a report quickly for a city building permit. I hired him again for follow-up asbestos testing. I am thankful for his responsiveness (the permit process has been...
S & B Environmental, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2022
I used Homeadvisor to get resources to help with my mold issue. Precise was the only vendor to not automatically say they were going to charge me to do a mold air test. Once here they looked around and determined they should take a test (they were best pricing). I then had my crawl space...
Precise, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
Todd was friendly, efficient, and explained everything every step of the way and what my options were. Fairly priced and would highly recommend to anyone looking for mold testing or remediation.
Precise, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
This was the second time I used Compass to do a home inspection. I will continue using them for all my future inspections and radon tests.
Compass Property Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2020
Working with Tom Homola on our Radon Gas Test, asbestos exam, and overall mold inspection and indoor air quality test on our prospective house was an easy and enjoyable process. Tom took the time to go through everything with us in detail, and gave us honest opinions on the set up of the house....
BioClean, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2019
They were fine, but their "test prices " for mold were double what I paid other services
RTK Environmental Group
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Reviewed in September 2018
It’s always delicate to leave a review for a provider who didn’t do any work for you, and I seldom do. However, I believe my experience with Grout Rescue CT warrants one… I contacted Grout Rescue CT regarding cracked grout in a recently renovated bathroom. After sending pictures of the grout in...
Grout Rescue CT
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Reviewed in April 2017
Selecting a testing company for in ground oil tank soil testing is extremely important. Many companies that test also do tank removal or partner up with a tank removal company creating a conflict of interest. If the soil is contaminated the cost of remediation is very high. My research for my...
Eco Logic Environmental Testing Inc
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Reviewed in March 2017
The gentleman who came to take the samples for testing was very friendly and respectful.
Winchester Environmental
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to detect asbestos, radon, and VOCs.

Yes, most services include testing the generator to ensure functionality. Confirm with your provider.

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 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.

Professional asbestos testers or environmental consultants are the best people to call to test for asbestos. An asbestos testing company specializes in collecting and analyzing samples and will be the most qualified to do the job for you. An environmental consultant may not specialize in handling asbestos, but should still have the knowledge and know-how to safely collect a sample and send it off for analysis.

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