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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Reviewed in March 2025
Michael Flowers at CitruSolutions acted fast in getting our testing and treatment scheduled. Excellent customer service in addition to clarifying the process made for a seamless experience in getting our mold treatment done. The non-destructive method they use was a huge bonus, no drywall or...
Citrus Enviro Georgia Mountains
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Reviewed in August 2024
True Test Plumbing is the real deal—honest pricing and great service. It's hard to find reliable plumbing service like this nowadays.
True Test Plumbing
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Reviewed in November 2023
Vs lab was profession and dependable!
Eurotouch, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2022
I had an appointment with this company the day after I called. The service person was courteous and polite and tested the dishwasher to make sure it didnâ t leak. There is a leak under the sink that needs to be looked at again but overall a nice company
The Original Plumber, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2021
Arrived on time, completed testing and finished the task of replacing my A/C unit same day. Had cool air in my home that evening.
Aire Serv of The Emerald Coast
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Reviewed in February 2018
Nathaniel, who came out to the house to test for mold, was very knowledgeable. I was surprised that it was just a little machine that took an air sample. I thought the testing would be more extensive but if they are able to find out what I needed to know about the mold issue with just an air...
Echelon Environmental Enterprises, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2017
The first treatment did not completely destroy enough mold to yield a positive test result. Bobby and the crew had the results before I did and he had additional treatments scheduled before I know the house had failed the test. The second set of treatments did the trick. Great work.
All South Cleaning & Restoration
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Reviewed in May 2017
GREAT!!! They came during the allotted time window; they were quick, precise and polite. It seems as if they did a good job. The true test will be when it rains again over the next couple days.
ACTION GUTTER CLEANING
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Reviewed in January 2015
<p>First toilets would not flush so had tank pumped although not much in it just so much rain lines filling with water and recommended new septic lines and have Matt out to test, Before he could come out had a clog in septic since water was not flowing out and had banks out to clear it. Matt...
Onsyte Septic GA, LLC
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Percolation Tests FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

Asbestos was most commonly produced and integrated into building products from the 1920s to the late 1980s. In reality, asbestos use should have ceased much sooner because asbestos was linked to cancer in studies produced as early as the 1950s. You can even extend that number past the 1980s due to stockpiled materials and because some countries treat asbestos use differently. It may also be found more in commercial applications than residential.

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.

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