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>

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Q: Are there safety concerns with older popcorn ceilings that contain asbestos?

• <div><p>Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.</p></div>

Q: What should I do if toxic materials are found during a professional test?

• <div><p>Follow recommendations for removal or remediation to ensure a safe living environment.</p></div>

Q: Can you gut a house down to the studs if you think it has asbestos?

• <div><p>Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, <b>this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.</b> </p></div>

Q: When was asbestos banned from pipe insulation?

• <div><p>The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.</p></div>

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Briley Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2024
Very well done. Limb removed. Stump ground. Cleanup was excellent. Would definitely recommend.
Tree Time
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Reviewed in January 2024
Fast, efficient, polite, cleaned up and removed all limbs.
Palacios Tree Service, LLC.
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Reviewed in October 2023
J. B. and his crew removed a very large red oak tree (5 ft diameter, approx. 80â height) that was within 10 ft of our front porch with large limbs hanging over our house. One limb had already fallen on our roof during the June 16 storm causing $60,000+ damage. They had the tree cut down, cut...
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Reviewed in August 2021
This job was a difficult one because there were three layers of wallpaper and cover up paint jobs in the bathroom from past renters. They were very thorough in the process & got everything removed and repainted in a quick amount of time . 10/10 would recommend to anyone.
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Reviewed in March 2021
I had several huge trees to remove. After they were done you couldnâ t tell they had ever been anything there! Fantastic job. I trust these guys on my property, I would definitely recommend them for others.
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Apex Environmental Solutions LLC

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Asbestos - Abatement

Serving Gloster, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt response and very knowledgeable in the industry. Assisted with testing in our home. Brad was great to work with. Would hire again and will recommend to others."

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Response time8 hrs

Response rate85%

Recommended by40%of homeowners

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Over 17 years of Construction experience. I’ve Led residential and commercial projects in Shreveport and surrounding areas. I pride myself on being Fair, Reliable and Honest. I enjoy what I do and believe in showing up daily in the spirit of excellence. Looking forward to working on your projects to meet or exceed your expectations \nPsalms 127:1

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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

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

Follow recommendations for removal or remediation to ensure a safe living environment.

Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.

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.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.

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