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>

Can you spray paint over asbestos?

• <div><p>While there are some sealants designed to be spray-painted over asbestos to encapsulate it, you still want to make sure it’s a specifically designed product for this purpose—not just run-of-the-mill spray paint. Furthermore, be sure you aren’t inadvertently spraying the asbestos fibers around when you take on this project, and as always, be sure to wear the proper protective gear, including a P-100-rated respirator and a disposable body suit, so as not to inadvertently breathe in or spread asbestos fibers.</p></div>

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Q: Can lungs heal from asbestos?

• <div><p>When asbestos damages the lungs it causes a condition called &ldquo;asbestosis&rdquo; which, unfortunately, can&rsquo;t be cured once it&rsquo;s damaged the lungs. This condition is chronic and any treatment is undertaken to improve quality of life. This usually involves quitting smoking, being prescribed oxygen, and undergoing lung rehab. Severe cases usually require a lung transplant.</p></div>

Q: What should you do if you touch asbestos?

• <div><p>If you think you&rsquo;ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you&rsquo;ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.</p></div>

Q: Can you seal asbestos with paint?

• <div><p>You are not really supposed to seal asbestos with paint, but in theory it could work&mdash;the caveat being that this is extremely dangerous and should be avoided at all costs. The only real way to seal asbestos is with the professional application of an encapsulating material like epoxy. Due to the negative effect asbestos can have on your home, however, it is usually the best course of action to accept a costly fix and remove the material entirely.</p></div>

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Rick is very reliable and professional. His rates are very reasonable and he is the only contractor/ waste removal person that I use for my personal home and my 20 rentals. I have know him personally for over 10 years and he is extremely trustworthyâ one of the very few people that I will...
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Reviewed in August 2023
Overall great job. We have another tree we want removed. They will be called for that removal as well.
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Reviewed in May 2023
We had a pool installed and had a lot of very heavy clay dirt that needed to be removed. They did a wonderful job clearing everything out. They were very kind and reasonably priced.
All Haul Services
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Reviewed in September 2014
This is an outstanding group of workers they did a wonderful job on my house. The removed mold and did a bedroom remodel, I would definitely them back to do more work.
Superior Mold and Remediation Testing, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2014
Merry maids does not know how to clean more than superficial. We needed our house cleaned for showing. The house had been rented and there needed to be a deep clean. We arranged for this prior to the day of service. In fact we sent a list of things that needed to be done, item by item. The house...
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I had a rather large screw embedded in my tire. They removed it and plugged the tire, all went smoothly.
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Reviewed in September 2013
Three workers arrived on time on the date that was scheduled.. The first day they removed carpeting from the living room, dining room, one bedroom and the hallway. Then installed the carpeting in those areas. Came back the next day and removed carpeting and installed new carpeting in the...
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Reviewed in June 2013
Showed up on time, laid a cover on the floor to the bathroom. Removed old tub, cleaned up the debriand dust. Replaced with new walk-in shower with seat and all fixtures. Explained the process, review the operation once it was completed. Completely cleaned the work area. Left on time. ...
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Reviewed in August 2011
Very well. He repaired the leaking plumbing first, and when the water line from the street to the house broke he contacted me, then proceeded. He removed mold, rotting walls and floors, etc. Then he replaced the windows, flooring, and siding. I am satisfied with all of the work,
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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.

While there are some sealants designed to be spray-painted over asbestos to encapsulate it, you still want to make sure it’s a specifically designed product for this purpose—not just run-of-the-mill spray paint. Furthermore, be sure you aren’t inadvertently spraying the asbestos fibers around when you take on this project, and as always, be sure to wear the proper protective gear, including a P-100-rated respirator and a disposable body suit, so as not to inadvertently breathe in or spread asbestos fibers.

When asbestos damages the lungs it causes a condition called “asbestosis” which, unfortunately, can’t be cured once it’s damaged the lungs. This condition is chronic and any treatment is undertaken to improve quality of life. This usually involves quitting smoking, being prescribed oxygen, and undergoing lung rehab. Severe cases usually require a lung transplant.

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

You are not really supposed to seal asbestos with paint, but in theory it could work—the caveat being that this is extremely dangerous and should be avoided at all costs. The only real way to seal asbestos is with the professional application of an encapsulating material like epoxy. Due to the negative effect asbestos can have on your home, however, it is usually the best course of action to accept a costly fix and remove the material entirely.

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