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>

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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Last update on April 26, 2023

Reviewed in April 2023
Work performed smoothly and successfully, system tested positive
Alpha Electric LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
Received quick response regarding testing the structure of a property and providing a report on his findings. Would definitely use again.
Kevin Henshaw Home Inspections
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Reviewed in August 2020
It went well. Mark came and did an air quality test and visual examination of my home. He answered all my questions and got the results back to me quickly. I would definitely recommend him for this project.
Action Mold Pros
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Reviewed in January 2018
The problematic area of home seems warmer, and hvac is cycling less. The real test will be as temps fall to freezing again = ).
Anthony Cunningham Construction
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Reviewed in June 2014
During the process of selling our house the buyer required an asbestos test for basement ceiling tile. After explaining to me how to proceed with collecting the sample they quickly conducted the necessary testing. Fortunately the test was negative! <br />
Micro Analytics Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
I called on Sunday and the plumber arrived within the timeframe given. He was able to restore the water to the home but unable to repair the problem due to not having the parts on his truck. He offered to go get the parts, however we would incur an extra $120 fee. I said I could wait until...
Dauenhauer Plumbing
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Reviewed in December 2013
It went well. They did the test and we got it back in a reasonable amount of time. I liked the fact that they could identify what kind of mold it was. They sent us a kit and they called to make sure that we had gotten it. The results turned out well. They told us what kind each one was and they...
Moldlab
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Reviewed in November 2013
I purchased the coupon for cleaning, checking, and tune up of furnace. The company did not disappoint. Actually, they were very thorough and complete in testing the system performance. The technician, Danny, did a 21 point checkup with proper tools to measure all the items he was testing. Then...
Aire Serv of Louisville
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Reviewed in September 2013
The estimator, Tom, showed up exactly on time, measured the floor area and tested the wood. He e-mailed a detailed estimate to me that day, and I received a hard copy in the mail a day or so later. When I called to schedule the job, I was given a choice of dates either one or two weeks out. ...
River City Flooring Inc
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Reviewed in May 2013
The mold being a result of poor workmanship of a homebuilder and under warranty, the homebuilder contracted for the remediation. It was agreed by Protect and I that the bill for the testing would be included in the remediation for the builder to pay, if he failed to pay it, I would cover it. ...
Protect Environmental
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Asbestos fibers can stay airborne for 48 to 72 hours, depending on the home's ventilation. Fibers can linger longer in enclosed spaces with poor airflow. Because the fibers are microscopic, they can easily remain suspended, making them difficult to detect without professional equipment.

Asbestos was most commonly produced and integrated into building products from the 1920s to the late 1980s. In reality, asbestos use should have ceased much sooner because asbestos was linked to cancer in studies produced as early as the 1950s. You can even extend that number past the 1980s due to stockpiled materials and because some countries treat asbestos use differently. It may also be found more in commercial applications than residential.

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.

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 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.

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