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>

What does asbestos do to humans?

• <div><p>When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.</p></div>

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Citrus Solution LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
We were concerned that the popcorn on our ceilings might contain asbestos. It was a pleasure speaking with Eli; he was able to provide me with some pricing details over the phone. He showed up the next day and made an offer on the spot. It was done in a flash. However, he advised me to wait for...
Environmental Services Of America
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Reviewed in October 2020
Kane Griffin was the gentleman who tested my home. He is excellent at his work and very pleasant and professional! He did above and beyond in his testing! I highly recommend this company because of him!
Mold Test Company GA
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Reviewed in October 2019
Anatoli was very professional and responsive! He even offered to hall away old toilet and did free inspection on other toilets and even tested water pressure at no additional cost!!!
American Rooter Services,Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2019
Echelon completed our Lead and Asbestos testing with quality, professional, and greater customer service. Their experts explained our results transparently and provided recommendations and next steps for the purchase of our new home. I would highly recommend this company.
Echelon Environmental Enterprises, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2019
They were very nice and did the testing I got the results quickly and was told everything I needed to do about it. I would recommend their service highly!
Indoor Air Quality Services, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2018
We were in negotiations to purchase a house and discovered mold based on testing by a mold examiner. Clymore based their quote on this inspection and guaranteed the mold would be removed. After completing the remediation we had another test done and the mold was not removed and in fact was worse...
Clymore Mold Remediation
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Reviewed in June 2018
Not having gotten back the test from the laboratory yet, I do not yet know how beneficial the mitigation has been. Also the test kit I was given had been partially opened, so I'm not sure the results will be valid. I'm running another test now and will compare the two. Have also...
SWAT Environmental, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2016
I used this service for my parents rental. I was very please and appreciate the depth of testing that was provided for the service and will be looking to using them in the near future at another location which I reside
Air Allergen & Mold Testing, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2015
From the moment I got the call back after trying to leave a message, Stacey was on the ball. I had tried to use another company on Angie's list, but they dropped the ball on me and I was not happy with them at all(their price as well was at least 3 times higher than Estes Pro Plumbing). Stacey...
Estes Professional Plumbing
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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.

When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.

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.

While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

Asbestos is absolutely cancerous. In fact, around 4% of all lung cancer cases are the result of asbestos exposure. This is why we recommend a full, professional removal and cleaning of any asbestos found in your home. If you are unsure whether there is any present, you should call a pro who will inspect your property.

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