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: When should I wear a respirator?

• <div><p>It is best to wear a respirator during the sanding, painting, and sealing process. It can filter particles, vapors, and fumes that can be toxic to breathe. So it&rsquo;s better to be safe and protect your lungs during this project.</p></div>

Q: Can you power wash asbestos siding?

• <div><p>Power washing asbestos siding can be hazardous and isn't recommended. The power washer's high pressure can disturb the siding and release harmful asbestos fibers into the air. Rather than attempting to DIY it, hire a professional trained in asbestos handling to tackle any exterior cleaning.</p></div>

Q: Can you encapsulate asbestos siding?

• <div><p>if you install new siding on top of old asbestos siding, you may keep the fibers trapped, but it would not necessarily be considered encapsulation. To do so properly requires a professional, who uses a certain type of sealant that needs to be spread over the asbestos in a number of layers in order to trap all the fibers. Although you may be able to buy this sealant yourself, it is highly advised that, once you find asbestos, you call a pro immediately. </p></div>

Q: Is it legal to cover asbestos tile?

• <div><p>In most cities, it isn&rsquo;t legal to cover asbestos tile. This is because it&rsquo;s difficult for the average homeowner to know if they&rsquo;re causing fibers to become airborne. While there is a method of sealing the asbestos in place&mdash;called encapsulation&mdash;this needs to be done by a pro, and isn&rsquo;t appropriate for all situations. </p></div>

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Reviewed in June 2025
Devon was quick to respond to quote the job, then took care of removal. He was polite, efficient and took care to not harm items that were remaining. Did a great job.
Greene County Scrap Removal and Quick Flips
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Reviewed in June 2024
Easy to work with and did an excellent job removing the tree and stump.
Goode Tree Care, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
We hired Duck Multi service to remove Asbestos in tile glue from our Church.Francisco was very responsive on every occasion and were able to get the job done quickly and very comparable in cost to other companies.I would highly recommend there services.
Duck Multiservice, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Henry was super responsive and easy to work with. It was a quick and easy removal process.
Junkamania LLC
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Reviewed in October 2020
He had to be asked to get his mask from his truck. Most service people ask if they should get their mask or automatically have it around their neck, he did not. I had all the parts ready for him in a bowl with the packaging and directions on the back of the package. He did not seem to look at...
PAUL YOUNG PLUMBING
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Reviewed in May 2019
Johnathan said that it would be next to impossible to remove the cartridge from the bathtub faucet. He said he would need to cut an access panel in the front bedroom wall to gain access to the bathtub pipes and replace them. After replacing the pipes he would then repair the wall and it would...
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Reviewed in October 2017
Luis did a great job removing our old installation and installing our brandy-new kitchen hood! Luis was super punctual, friendly and kept to task. BRH is my new go to handyman! Thank you.
Budget Right Kitchens
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Reviewed in August 2016
Ennis provided excellent service. Josh came out and gave us an estimate. He and his team ended up doing the work the same day. He came out about a week later and removed a stump.
Ennis Tree and Lawn
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Reviewed in November 2014
There was a flooded area around my furnace. They had to remove the water softener to fix the leaking pipe. I liked them very much!
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Reviewed in July 2013
Bluestone was a pleasure to work with. They were communicative and efficient, and cleaned up our yard well after the tree removed. We would definitely use them again.
Bluestone Tree Service
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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.

It is best to wear a respirator during the sanding, painting, and sealing process. It can filter particles, vapors, and fumes that can be toxic to breathe. So it’s better to be safe and protect your lungs during this project.

Power washing asbestos siding can be hazardous and isn't recommended. The power washer's high pressure can disturb the siding and release harmful asbestos fibers into the air. Rather than attempting to DIY it, hire a professional trained in asbestos handling to tackle any exterior cleaning.

if you install new siding on top of old asbestos siding, you may keep the fibers trapped, but it would not necessarily be considered encapsulation. To do so properly requires a professional, who uses a certain type of sealant that needs to be spread over the asbestos in a number of layers in order to trap all the fibers. Although you may be able to buy this sealant yourself, it is highly advised that, once you find asbestos, you call a pro immediately.

In most cities, it isn’t legal to cover asbestos tile. This is because it’s difficult for the average homeowner to know if they’re causing fibers to become airborne. While there is a method of sealing the asbestos in place—called encapsulation—this needs to be done by a pro, and isn’t appropriate for all situations.

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