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>

How do you identify asbestos tiles?

• <div><p>If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-tell-if-you-have-asbestos-floor-tile.htm">Asbestos tiles</a> can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.</p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2022
Prompt and really easy to work with! I found out I needed asbestos testing around 8 AM...Mike was at my house by 1 PM and I had the test results by the next day around 3 PM. Thanks Mike!
Weber Group Management, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2019
Company came out without test equipment, spent the next 15 minutes trying to talk me out of having my home tested. He told me I could go to a hardware store and buy a kit and test it myself. I have had some rain entering my home and i have asthma, and have been getting sick lately. When he...
Pur360
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Reviewed in August 2019
The testing process wasn’t very quick and efficient. Very quickly turnaround on results and excellent customer service.
Radon Professional Services, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2018
I spoke to someone from the office who was very helpful and knowledgeable about mold and the various testing processes. They helped me understand a lot more about the potential problems and were even forthright about the limitations of testing, etc. I didn't end up hiring them to perform air...
Mold Solutions
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Reviewed in July 2018
Hiring a cleaning company is no easy task. After having a disappointing experience with my initial cleaning using another company I was hesitant; as it turned out I was won over by the friendliness of James and Karina. Their willingness to accommodate and prompt communication was a terrific...
Whole House Clean Service
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Professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to detect asbestos, radon, and VOCs.

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.

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

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.

If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. Asbestos tiles can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.

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