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 January 2025
I hired Building Performance Solutions (BPS) for mold testing on a home I was purchasing in Siesta Key, and it turned out to be a costly mistake. Despite paying for a professional inspection, they failed to detect toxic mold in multiple areas of the house during my inspection window. This...
Building Performance Solutions
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Reviewed in October 2024
Chester from Florida Mold Testing was superior with regard to expertise, timeliness and thoroughness of job hire for. Highly recommend
Florida Mold Testing Expert W FL
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Reviewed in May 2024
We had a green pool. Just couldn't seem to get our chemicals right or the pool clean enough. Contacted FHL & was promptly contacted back. Not only did he scrub & clean it, but tested the levels, added the necessary chemicals & then consulted on a faulty flow sensor. We ordered on Amazon & a few...
FHL Services
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Reviewed in May 2023
They did everything they said. Super nice people and great job both testing and remediating.
Moisture Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
DID NOT GET TEST RESULTS - HAD TO CALL FOR THEM TO BE SENT-PROBLEM WITH EMAIL??
Pur360
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Reviewed in November 2020
This is the second time I hired Art at CASA because he is a true professional who genuinely cares for his customers and does a thorough job. When I reached out to Art needing this inspection, he was quick to respond and take care of the needs so fast. He went above and beyond to make sure the...
CASA Inspect, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2020
I called them at noon on Thursday for a very urgent asbestos test after removing the flooring because my kitchen has been flooded. They managed to come the same day. The lady was super pro. They called to give me the results at 10AM the day after, and I was able to continue the work with no...
Breath of Life Air Quality
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Reviewed in September 2020
Tatiana was quick at responding and came the next day for mold testing. She took five samples and I got the results back a week later. She was very good about explaining the results and what steps needed to be done to remediate the issue.
Breath Of Life Air Quality
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Reviewed in January 2019
They were professional, informative, and timely with arrival and all testing. Would highly recommend!
Exlcusive Property Preservation
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Reviewed in August 2018
The 1 st phase was a simple kitchen island quartz top. The real test of quality will be when they cut the slab for the bathrooms.
Iconic Stone Design
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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.

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.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

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.

Common areas include insulation, flooring, ceilings, and siding in older buildings. Professionals identify potential risks.

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