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>

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Last update on November 12, 2021

Reviewed in November 2021
Mike Parks responded when no other major companies could come out. He cleaned the furnace, replaced the over flow release valve and conducted the appropriate test.
JP Parks Heating and Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
The staff was very knowledgeable and polite. The water was treated and tested promptly and the results were communicated quickly. I knew what was happening at every step.
CT Water Pump, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
Did excellent work and tested it thorough;y.
ALL-PRO Handyman Solutions
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Reviewed in January 2020
Experts in Lead Based Paint Testing..
Connecticut Lead Services, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2019
Thomas Homola came out on a Sunday to do the Mold test. Explained every step of the procedures, very professional.
BioClean, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2018
Hired them for a second project and they performed perfect and deep testing.
Septic Masters of CT
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Reviewed in October 2016
Mike was prompt and professional and the testing process went as anticipated. While he was inspecting the attic for signs of mold he noticed an unrelated issue and brought that to my attention. When the testing results revealed that the house indeed has mold that needs to be remediated he was...
Willow Environmental LLC
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Reviewed in April 2016
Provider arrived on time (actually, early) which was fine with me. He analyzed the problem causing the faucet to leak from the base. On determining he needed to replace part of the faucet he went to the nearest plumbing supply location and purchased only the part he needed. On his return he...
East Bay Home Repair
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Reviewed in January 2016
We were very happy with Joseph's service. He was professional and thorough in his testing. Results were received in less than one week. I would gladly recommend his company.
Winchester Environmental
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Reviewed in May 2015
I had a leak in my ceiling that had stopped. I was left with a stain and an unknown source. The plumber made every possible effort to try to find the source of the leak and could not, including opening up the ceiling and looking at the various pipes. He answered every question that I asked with...
InstaPlumbing, LLC
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won’t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed.

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.

It is not recommended to drill into asbestos siding because doing so can release hazardous asbestos fibers into the air. The safest way to handle asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate them.

Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and generally not considered safe. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.

Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.

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