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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Reviewed in May 2025
I usually get a few quotes for work like this. Joe was the first that I called. I hired him after a few minutes of picking his brain. I was very impressed with his knowledge of these systems and I could sense he had great pride in work. He showed up the night before the scheduled install and...
Lucky Lawn Sprinkler Co
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Reviewed in March 2025
We found State Plumbing and Heating to be very professional. They were always on time and finished the job within the estimated window. Alex was attentive to our calls and provided immediate responses to our inquiries. - AL
STATE PLUMBING & HEATING, INC.
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Reviewed in February 2024
They were very professional and courteous. I would highly recommend using them for next plumbing job! Outstanding work!!!
City Mechanicals LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
It went really great she cleaned my interior real good and go into the details highly recommend!
Jaysha Robles
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Reviewed in December 2021
I think they did a great job, I'm very happy with the results!
Yankee Home improvement, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2019
Mike called and then came over immediately after getting the Home Advisor request, looked over the areas we needed worked on and gave us a verbal estimate which was very reasonable. He said he could return to do the work the next week. We hired him and he returned when promised, bringing two...
SOS Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2019
Quick testing. Very quick results via email with remediation options & contact info for a remediation company
Nature's Way, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2014
I contacted him 10 days before the job date. He promptly came and provided a free estimate for the job. He understood my needs clearly. He did not make any unnecessary chat about the work, but he clearly explained his thoughts about the work. His estimate was reasonable and I agreed with him...
L N King Plumbing, Heating & A C Inc
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Reviewed in July 2014
I did not get the kind of concrete information I wanted regarding my basement problem. Also, there was no testing for mold, just some cursory inspection of my basement. I didn't get a quote. The person seemed rather dismissive. I was not impressed.
MR. HOME, INC.
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Reviewed in March 2014
Dave was a pleasure to work with. He diagnosed the problem and what I was impressed with was that he verified with his father to make sure he wasn't missing anything. This proved to me that he wanted to make sure he did right by me and ensure no stone was left unturned. He did not try and sell...
Hurley & David Inc
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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.

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.

Many homeowners may never have to test their homes for asbestos. Asbestos particles are only dangerous if they become airborne. If you plan to do construction or notice damage to piping, siding, or drywall, you should hire a specialist to test for asbestos.

If you plan to remodel your home or have any concerns, you should have your home tested for asbestos just to be safe.

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.

Homes built before the 1990s may contain asbestos, but the only way to be sure is to have your home tested. Hire an asbestos testing and removal service to determine whether you have the hazardous material in your home and the best process for removing or sealing it.

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