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 June 2022
Chuck was great to work with. He was clear on what should be tested and not tested. He collected 24 samples at my home and the linoleum came back positive for asbestos. Chuck was super responsive and answered all my questions. Great guy.
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 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 March 2018
Mold spotters was referred to me at a time of distress after having a bad experience with another company. Dave was like a God sent. He answered all my questions.. I have to tell you that I used mold spotters 3 times. I trust his service and will recommend his company to anybody.Michelle...
Mold Spotters
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Reviewed in September 2017
Excellent. Tyler, the tech., explained what he was doing, why he was doing it, what the result would be and asked what questions I had. Very professional. Tested everything in front of me and even swept up the dirt and debris under the stove!!
Poirier Sales & Service
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Reviewed in November 2016
The pre-sales test is rather convincing, but the service and professionalism once you sign is awful. First, the Kinetico system is way too expensive. If you get it, know that the parts are expensive and can only be received through few vendors. We had over 10+ technicians back to our house to...
PREMIER WATER SYSTEMS
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Reviewed in July 2015
Phillip came out on 6/15/15 and tested for water. We still had dampness and one wall was still wet inside! His mold remediation crew came out the very next day to dry it out.That took about 5 days. The following week they started the re-build. They had to put up new walls in 5 different...
Newton Fire and Flood Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2015
.Baystate Remodeling showed up on time and completed the job in the quoted timeframe. The refinished tub looks much better and the anti slip coating is nice (think bottom of a pool). It does however smell heavily for a couple days while drying and has already chipped in a couple locations. While...
Bay State Remodeling
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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.

Asbestos was commonly used in cloth wiring, but not all types of cloth wiring contain it. The age, condition, and appearance of the wiring can provide clues as to whether asbestos is present or not, but the only way to know for sure if the wiring has asbestos is to have it tested.

Common areas include insulation, flooring, ceilings, and siding in older buildings. Professionals identify potential risks.

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.

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.

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