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>

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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Excellent very professional job! I am very pleased with the result and feel safe taking a shower after some close calls in the old one. Thank you Sho Pro of Indiana.
Sho-Pro of Indiana, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2025
Excellent customer service skills and work was done professionally. I would recommend them to anyone and use them again.
M & L Landscaping
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Reviewed in April 2025
Called Will to have my septic pipes replaced he came out quoted me 8 hrs and a price finished it in half the time.
Pickett's Handyman Service
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Reviewed in April 2025
They did a great job. I was very pleased. I would use them again, and highly recommend them.
A&R HOME AND GARDEN PLUS SERVICES LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
Very understanding and did a very good job on our well pump and water pressure tank.
J. James and Son Well Company
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Reviewed in August 2023
The employees went above and beyond to ensure that all my questions were answered. The work was executed efficiently and done to my satisfaction. Final results looked fantastic!
Anchor's Power Washing
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Reviewed in January 2023
At least get an estimate and try them. They are excellent. The do a great job and clean up after themselves. They are a great group of guys and girls. The quality of their work is fantastic. They follow up and make sure you are happy. They went above and beyond.
MAC Construction and Remodel LLC
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Reviewed in November 2019
Had complete redo of foundation inside and out, air system installed inside and took 4.5. days. Crew worked hard, had a plan and stuck to it. I was updated and after done it did rain before part of the concrete just finished on last day fully set, when we called they came out to check and did a...
Everdry of Greater Indiana
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Reviewed in August 2014
I struggled with writing this review for a long time as I don't like to take work away from anyone and I don't like to say negative things about any person. Mike emailed me twice wanting me to write a review. That being said, I would not let this guy near my house again. He did not listen to my...
Martin's Custom Remodeling
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Reviewed in April 2013
The spring broke on my mother's garage door which was installed in the 1970's. He suggested replacing both springs which was what we wanted. He tested everything several times to be sure it was working with different garage door openers. The job was finished in about an hour. We were very...
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Professional asbestos testers or environmental consultants are the best people to call to test for asbestos. An asbestos testing company specializes in collecting and analyzing samples and will be the most qualified to do the job for you. An environmental consultant may not specialize in handling asbestos, but should still have the knowledge and know-how to safely collect a sample and send it off for analysis.

It is not recommended to drill into asbestos siding because doing so can release hazardous asbestos fibers into the air. The safest way to handle asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate them.

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, 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.

Testing and analysis take 10 days to 2 weeks. Expedited services are available for urgent situations typically requiring higher fees.

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