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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Q: Are there safety concerns with older popcorn ceilings that contain asbestos?

• <div><p>Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.</p></div>

Q: When was asbestos banned from pipe insulation?

• <div><p>The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.</p></div>

Q: Are there regulations regarding asbestos testing and removal?

• <div><p>Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.</p></div>

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Last update on November 03, 2025

Reviewed in July 2024
The whole team did a great job removing the asbestos and even helped me with some pointers on how to reinforce the structural integrity of the house.
Environmental Services Corp
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Reviewed in August 2021
Paid $3,100.00 for job, they cut corners, removed shut offs & didn’t replace them! They are very slow. They do not stand by warranty... they are not correcting their work... city came to inspect... found mistakes! they will not answer phones directly so will get blocked & screened calls! I would...
Platinum Plumbing Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2015
This company provided excellent customer service and a very speedy response to prepare a quote for us. The employees were very personable and polite. Although our house is in bad shape regarding the mold the employees still found a way to make us feel better. This company offers the latest and...
Superior Mold and Remediation Testing, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2015
The tech gave initial diagnosis as being a blown circuit board. After removing the ice that had formed, he retested and found a loose connection. The tech informed me immediately, didn't try to continue with the initial diagnosis, even though I wouldn't have known the difference. The tech even...
Cool Masters Heating and Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in September 2014
They were prompt and service was good. Initial quote was lower than actual bill. They had to come back out to fix something. They initially charged me for another service call. I talked with the owner and that second service call was removed from my bill. I would use them next time.
Midstate Overhead Doors Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
They completely removed all the tile in my kitchen in order to replace the countertops and backsplash. I had tile on much of the walls, not just the counters. Then they patched the walls and put in Silestone counter tops and a stainless steel tile backsplash. It looked great - the backsplash...
CARPET FLOOR & MORE INC
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Reviewed in September 2013
Battery cable was and quot;frozenand quot; with corrosion and mechanic did an excellent job removing the cable without damaging. Sam's Club tried to remove the cable and failed. Battery replacement was quick and efficient.
Sears
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Reviewed in September 2013
Very disappointed. The voltmeter showed that the battery was not charging. The first time a new battery was put in; the second time the alternator was removed and replaced...but the battery is STILL not charging! I chose Erickson's because it's near my office, but in the future I'll bite the...
Ericksons Auto Service
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Reviewed in November 2009
The two gentlemen that came, looked at the old heater & how it was vented. The person who installed the old one was incompetant. That person vented a 50 gallon gas water heater into the fireplace chimney. The gases of the water heater vented back into itself, therefore killing it. The heater...
D&R Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc
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Asbestos Removal questions, 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.

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.

Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.

Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.

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