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>

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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Reviewed in February 2025
Best Company I have ever worked with for testing and helping to work with the State from test results through final abatement inspections!!!
CBJ ENVIRONMENTAL LLC
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Reviewed in February 2021
They were very professional and knowledgeable! All my questions were answered with great detail! After the test was done, Chuck even followed up to ensure I was satisfied with the job and answer any other questions I may have. Excellent customer service and very professional work!
Yee Consulting Group, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2018
Diagnostic test revealed need new drip pan. Part had to be ordered
Affordable Appliance
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Reviewed in June 2018
Very informative and pleasant. Did testing and got very fast results. Good news for me as there was only normal spores in my basement.
Mold Spotters
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Reviewed in March 2018
I wanted the test done immediately. He rearranged his schedule to accommodate my needs. His equipment is excellent. Gives immediate results for each time slice selected.
Find Radon Gas
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Reviewed in October 2014
The service was done well. They did the test and fertilization in two separate locations. My involvement with the actual job was minimal- Carl sent the test results, and the options that we had for each house. Then the job got done. I did not even need to be at the houses. It was nice to...
Simon Lawn Care
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Reviewed in June 2014
oquick response. Worker got tied up in traffic, so was late for appointment. Came in. Viewed flodded areas. Tested for moisture and mold. Found that heat was high enough that no work was needed. Made suggestions for getting rid of possibly damaged boxes of books. Did not push services. Pleasant...
Newton Fire and Flood Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2014
Erin was very professional, came on site to give me an estimate, offered to test the tiles and glue for the presence of asbestos and provided me with a reasonable quote. <br /> Communication was easy, she was always very responsive. <br /> She and the crew showed up on time on the day the...
Karma Environmental Services Inc
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Reviewed in January 2014
It went very well. David was very professional and thorough, he had all the tools necessary for the job and went above and beyond what I had hired him to do (by repairing a leaking tube that he found after he tested the water line). The whole thing took less than an hour and works perfectly....
Multipure Drinking Water Filters
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Reviewed in August 2013
My in-laws watch our daughter a few days a week and we had concerns about mold in the home. There is visual mold in the master bath shower and the basement was never properly cleaned after flooding a few years ago. Jeff was able to make a same-day weekend visit. He was punctual, polite, and...
IndoorDoctor LLC
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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.

While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.

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.

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.

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