Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div><p>No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-texture-drywall.htm">create a textured drywall ceiling</a> with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos. </p></div>

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My pro worked very efficiently with meticulous attention to detail, great customer service. He repaired water damaged wood floor, patched holes and cracks in plaster, and painted. Cleaned up everything afterward.
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Great service, job completed and he tested downspouts to make sure they would be OK. I support local small town businesses. #power washing. #gutters cleaning. #downspouts
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The technician did a great job and was very pleasant...will definitely use this company again when needed. I recommend this company!
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We hired healthy homes after learning our child had gotten extremely sick from mold exposure and others were dealing with increasing symptoms, as well. We had healthy homes complete an inspection of our home, where mold was found in one area and other areas and air tests were cleared. They...
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FABULOUS! I have used Steam Green for years, and Kodie's work is flawless. I was profoundly grateful to discover recently that he has the training to help me with a current need: mold testing, which is still underway. If remediation work is required, he will be doing it. His integrity,...
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Once I made my request in acouple of hours he called me. He worked around my schedule and came couple days later. Prompt on arrival,. He took pictures, wrote down what I was wanting done. He communicated well with what he would do and gave me an estimate. I agreed. August. 16, 21 Eric...
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He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and honest. After the visual inspection, he said we didn't need further testing which saved us a lot of money. He provided a thorough explanation for all of my questions and concerns. He also checked all the areas I was concerned with which included...
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Great Job!! Very happy and impressed customer!! My house failed a radon test when I bought it. After doing some research and reading reviews I set up a appointment with Dave Smith Radon to give me a estimate on mitigation. I chose Dave Smith based on reviews and because when I called an actual...
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Fabulously. Bill Oelrich was the assigned inspector. He thoroughly reviewed the house from top to bottom and gave me a lot of helpful information not only on the specific subjects that he thought needed work but also information on what seemed to be particularly well done and on regular...
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How'd it go? We want all the details. <br /> <br /> We have had problems with our basement leaking for many <br /> years. A few years ago we had two estimates to see what it would cost <br /> and we were floored with the prices. Needless to say we didn't get the <br /> work done and...
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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.

Asbestos itself does not typically leak from a roof. However, if an asbestos-containing roof is damaged or deteriorated, it can release asbestos fibers into the air. This can occur when the roof is disturbed, such as during maintenance or repairs, or due to weathering over time. Exposure to airborne asbestos fibers can be harmful to health, so it is important to address any damaged asbestos roofs promptly and safely.

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.

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.

No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still create a textured drywall ceiling with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos.

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