Do I need to be worried about asbestos?

• <div><p>If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/asbestos-abatement/">an asbestos removal expert</a> to evaluate the situation. </p></div>

Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div><p>No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.</p></div>

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Last update on October 13, 2022

Reviewed in October 2022
Professional lead testing with flexible scheduling, excellent communication, and fast turn around for results.
Harvard Environmental Services
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Reviewed in April 2022
Excellent work! I hired them for install an outdoor patio in my townhouse according to the specific area. I must tell you they have a very good test. They did a very good job while designing the pool in the backyard space of the house landscape space of the house.
Deangele Landscape & Construction Corp.
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Reviewed in January 2022
Professional explanation of the results possible - backed by regular testing results. Love the taste of the tap water - and very pleased with results for skin and hair. Even better for our appliances and clothes washing results Glad we did it
True Health Water Systems
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Reviewed in July 2021
Spoke with Samantha to set up appointment. Although not the technician, seemed very knowledgeable and helpful. That right there made my decision to use them a lot easier. Edson was the technician and genuinely cared to make sure his readings and tests identified the issue.
Green Energy Mechanical
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Reviewed in July 2021
Great staff. Easy to contact abs very responsive. David explained what they would be testing and why and gave me options of different tests at different prices. Absolutely no pressure to do any of the tests. I would highly recommend this company for well water testing and problem water solutions.
Clear Water Pump and Well Service, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2018
Louis from Ranieri Construction evaluated the scope of the project and provided an estimate with phase by phase options depending on what was found during each phase. This included excavating the existing skimmer and pressure testing of the existing lines. Our pool is estimated to be 40 years...
Ranieri Construction Inc
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Reviewed in July 2018
Was done on time and thoroughly, lead testing of one unit and common areas in a multifamily.
ASAP Environmental Inc
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Reviewed in May 2018
I hired Mold Spotters to test for mold in my attic and storage space. Both areas tested positive for mold. I hired a separate company to remediate, then called back Mold Spotters to retest. Dave is very punctual, reliable and professional. Very pleasant to work with.
Mold Spotters
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Reviewed in August 2017
Harrington and his crew did a beautiful job on my fllor. I can't imagine it looking any better than this. I decided to hire Excell when he assured me they don't use varnish stain (not a quality solution). Harrington clearly knows what he's doing. I waited several weeks because he's busy but it...
EXCELL HARDWOOD FLOOR SVC CO
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Reviewed in May 2016
The test for mold was conducted with a filtered air sample and examined at a lab. Careful analysis took some time, but it was worth the results. There was no significant mold that required remediation. The professional was honest in not recommending unnecessary work. I am highly satisfied.
Groundworks
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

When learning how to test for asbestos in a popcorn ceiling, you have an option for a DIY job or to hire a professional tester. You can purchase a kit at a hardware store and use personal protective equipment while doing the test. If you don’t want to risk any potential exposure to asbestos, hire a professional asbestos testing company instead.

Costs depend on property size, test types, and additional services like mold sampling.

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.

If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in an asbestos removal expert to evaluate the situation.

No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.

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