Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div>If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-asbestos.htm">how to clean asbestos</a> safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.</div>

Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-i-tell-if-house-has-asbestos.htm">Asbestos</a> can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:<ul><li>Acoustic ceiling tiles</li><li>Furnace insulation</li><li>Home appliances</li><li>Fire-retardant clothing</li><li>Cement pipe</li><li>Pipe insulation</li><li>Wall and ceiling insulation</li><li>Vehicle brake pads</li><li>Vinyl flooring</li><li>Sprayed acoustic ceilings</li><li>Stove insulation</li><li>Patching compounds</li><li>Textured paints</li><li>Roofing shingles</li><li>Siding</li></ul></div>

Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div>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.</div>

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Great job of cleaning and disinfecting - thank you!
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The guys were great. Very thorough with specifications. Stuck to the task at hand, and asked specific questions of my preferences along the way. Five stars bath lives up to there name! THANK YOU NATE!
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Randy designed and fabricated our countertops and even made our work table match. His creativity is incredible and his personal attention to detail is amazing.
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Nice guy, did work quickly, time will tell if the leak was fixed.
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All I needed done were my filters changed this time so it was quick and painless. He tested the water before and after and everything was in spec. Answered the questions I had too. I do the convenience plan so I didn’t have to pay at the time of maintenance and saved so money too. It was about...
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Installation of furnace & air was done on time and with no problems. But here's the rub. I needed new air, but the only reason I replaced the furnace was because my power company is offering a $900 rebate. $1600 in all for both furnace & air. To get this rebate ,...
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I called Daltons out in December to check my furnace because it was making a noise. They told me nothing was wrong. Not once did they mention I needed a new furnace. I paid them $65.00 for coming out to do the diagnostic tests. Within five weeks, my furnace had broken down. I called them out...
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DIY kits are available, but professional testing ensures accurate results and compliance with regulations.

If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn how to clean asbestos safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.

Asbestos can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:

Acoustic ceiling tiles
Furnace insulation
Home appliances
Fire-retardant clothing
Cement pipe
Pipe insulation
Wall and ceiling insulation
Vehicle brake pads
Vinyl flooring
Sprayed acoustic ceilings
Stove insulation
Patching compounds
Textured paints
Roofing shingles
Siding

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.

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.

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