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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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 November 2020
Tatiana is straightforward and honest. They do mold tests well and explained it well.
Breath of Life Air Quality
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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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Reviewed in June 2016
Gio Ran test and found that the toilet line was pinch and replaced it.
The Surfin’ Plumbers, Heating & Cooling (FL)
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Reviewed in October 2015
This gentleman first did a verbal diagnosis by phone and decided it was best to order the part he suspected was not working, with the understanding that if that was not the problem it would be returned. This would save the cost of a second visit. He arrived with the part, but did a step by step...
A & S Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in August 2015
I regret the day I contracted SparklingKleen to refinish my pool. This contractor, based on my experience, is totally unprofessional -- in its workmanship, the materials it uses, and in its ability to be trusted. <br /> In 2012, I contracted SparklingKleen to replaster my pool using a finish...
Sparkling Kleen Pools & Spas
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Reviewed in June 2015
They were okay but they really don't know how to test the mold. They had thought we had any molds. We would have to get somebody else to do the remediation but it turned out that we didn't have mold.
1-800-DRY-ME-OUT - Advanced Restoration Inc
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Reviewed in June 2015
I purchased a big deal to give this company a try with the intent of setting up a twice per month cleaning schedule. Unfortunately they did not pass the test. While the two young ladies were nice, (although one appeared not to speak very much English), the cleaning job was very hit or miss. They...
Clean Scent
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Reviewed in February 2015
Over all we are fairly impressed with Mr. Build. Karen, one of the owners, made the initial visit to gather measurements and information. One of the biggest assets of Mr. Build is their communication skills. They were always alerting us as to when they were coming and would call if there...
Mr Build
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Reviewed in September 2014
These guys are awesome!!! We have had a reoccurring problem with rats in the attic since we moved into our home 4 years ago so, after ruling out every other possibility, our pest control company convinced us to do a vapor test and they recommended SPT. We knew that the previous homeowners had...
Specialized Plumbing Technologies
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Do not panic if you are exposed to asbestos. The illnesses associated with asbestos exposure are rare. If you are concerned about exposure, talk to your doctor, especially if you are having any respiratory symptoms, such as coughing or difficulty breathing. They may recommend imaging to get a view of the insides of your organs and determine if scarring or growths are present.

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.

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

Often found in old insulation, tiles, and roofing materials in pre-1980s buildings.

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.

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