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>

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Q: Can you cover asbestos tile with carpet?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: How do companies ensure safety during the abatement process?

• <div><p>By using PPE, sealing work areas, and following containment procedures.</p></div>

Q: What is considered hazardous waste?

• <div><p>Hazardous waste is waste that poses a threat to human or environmental health. This generally refers to waste that is flammable, corrosive, toxic, or reactive. To confirm if the waste you need to remove <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-hazardous-waste.htm">is considered hazardous waste</a>, contact your local hazardous waste facility.</p></div>

Q: Do all gravity furnaces have asbestos?

• <div><p>No, but it&rsquo;s common that they do. Gravity furnaces weren&rsquo;t terribly efficient so wrapping either the ductwork in asbestos, the furnace itself, or both, was something done regularly. This allowed the system to retain more heat. At the time, this greatly enhanced the efficiency of the furnaces but it wasn&rsquo;t until later that we became aware of just how carcinogenic and dangerous asbestos could be.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2025
Allure Interiors handled a complete rehab of my lower living space that suffered some water damage from a sump pump failure. He came in after the water and asbestos remediation and repaired the drywall so that you can’t see the repair. He then proceeded to complete the floor using tile and vinyl...
Allure Interiors
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Reviewed in May 2025
Very fast, efficient and professional crew. I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs asbestos removal and remediation.
Environmental Services Corp
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Reviewed in April 2023
The price was reasonable and Alex was courteous, responsive, and did a great job removing my tree stump.
Tree Hero Services, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
Manny was very professional and upfront with me.They did a wonderful job removing trees and stumps.Would definitely use again
Smart Choice Landscape Design & Pavers, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2015
It went well, they dropped the overhead feed from the meter to the house so a tree could be removed, also removed some old power lines no longer in use. They did a good job, and I would use them again for my Electrical services. They did a good job and at a fair price
Baker Electric & Development
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Reviewed in September 2014
Bought the DEAL for for Eco-Friendly Bee and Wasp Proofing. Used a ladder to remove wasp nest on eve and dust spayed hornets nest in tree. Sprayed under all the eaves and around all the windows. He was efficient and polite. Then returned a week latter to remove remnants of hornets nest.
Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management
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Reviewed in October 2013
Chris Caldwell and his partner Chris did a beautiful job, removing wall paper, repairing some plumbing, installing pendant lighting and putting in a new plank board ceiling.
Caldwell Remodeling and Repair, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2012
You can't even tell where the tree was where the stump was removed! They always do a great job cleaning up. They offer free estimates and they are fully insured, which is important to me. I think their prices are very reasonable.
Stephens Tree Service Inc
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Reviewed in March 2010
Estimate was punctual (same day) and reasonable. I did think that they would do more yard clean-up but Matt explained that although they were willing to cut small trees and vines, they did not rake or remove trash. They did do more pruning after we met to look at the yard. I actually had them...
Illinois Tree Service
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Reviewed in February 2002
THEY DID A GREAT JOB. THEY COMPLETELY REMOVED THE CAT SMELL FROM THE FURNITURE. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Americlean
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Abatement Specialties, LLC is a Veteran owned company and we are your Environmental Concerns Specialists with offices in Cedar Rapids, IA and Davenport, IA. Abatement Specialties LLC was founded in February 2006 and specializes in asbestos abatement, mold remediation, lead based paint testing and remediation. We've successfully completed several thousand residential, commercial and industrial abatement projects since 2006. Our company staff has over 50 years of combined experience. Abatement Specialties LLC provides professional services at competitive rates in renovation and demolition projects as a State of Iowa licensed, certified and approved asbestos abatement company.

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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

By using PPE, sealing work areas, and following containment procedures.

Hazardous waste is waste that poses a threat to human or environmental health. This generally refers to waste that is flammable, corrosive, toxic, or reactive. To confirm if the waste you need to remove is considered hazardous waste, contact your local hazardous waste facility.

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.

No, but it’s common that they do. Gravity furnaces weren’t terribly efficient so wrapping either the ductwork in asbestos, the furnace itself, or both, was something done regularly. This allowed the system to retain more heat. At the time, this greatly enhanced the efficiency of the furnaces but it wasn’t until later that we became aware of just how carcinogenic and dangerous asbestos could be.

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