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 November 12, 2023

Reviewed in November 2023
Very happy with the quick response Rey provided. His explanations of the testing was excellent. Very personable. Luckily we needed no remediation but highly recommend his service.
My Pure Environment- New England
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Reviewed in April 2023
The mold testing was conducted professionally and at a fair price.
Green Home Solutions of North Central and Western MA
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Reviewed in October 2020
The inspector was an excellent communicator and walked me through various tests, options, and what they entailed. I felt super confident in the work being done by this individual and his company.
Mold Spotters
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Reviewed in July 2019
Pool air leaks are often difficult to diagnose. Sean ruled out a couple of plumbing issues around pump and filter, then pressure tested both skimmer lines. It wasn't conclusive, but there was some loss of pressure in the skimmer lines. In the end, not losing pool water, the air bubbles i the...
FAMILY POOL & PATIO INC
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Reviewed in September 2018
After the terrible fires that occurred in the Andovers/Lawrence area occurred, we were told by Columbia Gas (long story) that we needed to hire a plumber to perform some leak tests to our pipes because there was supposed to be a leak somewhere (there wasn't). My wife was in touch with Jim...
J.Griffin Heating & Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2016
The testing was done with a two day turn around and was fast and easy.
Nealco Inspectional Services
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Reviewed in March 2016
<p>Great Testing indicated I do have mold in need of professional remediation. ( I have been unusually sick all winter so I decided to see if we had mold which may be causing my illness.) I am hiring them to come back and get rid of the mold for me. We are now in proposal phase which I...
Indoor Environmental
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Reviewed in June 2015
The plumbers called ahead, arrived on time (actually a few minutes early), and were pleasant and professional. The quality of the work was excellent, and they were meticulous about testing the results before leaving. <br />
Titan Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in April 2015
I initially contacted Shawn to help with a low hot-water flow situation after personally installing a new kitchen faucet. He answered my Angie's list inquiry within 10 minutes, and we spoke on the phone within the hour. After explaining the problem, Shawn agreed with my suspicion that the hot...
Shawn's Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in December 2014
The company called 20-30 minutes before the technician came to our house. When Frank got there, he gave me an estimate and was very professional. He was very knowledgeable about everything he did and after he snaked the drain tested it to make sure it worked. Frank was very nice and I felt...
Cranney Home Services
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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.

Testing is crucial to identify harmful asbestos fibers common in building materials from older properties, ensuring safe environments and health.

Asbestos is absolutely cancerous. In fact, around 4% of all lung cancer cases are the result of asbestos exposure. This is why we recommend a full, professional removal and cleaning of any asbestos found in your home. If you are unsure whether there is any present, you should call a pro who will inspect your property.

Asbestos itself does not typically leak from a roof. However, if an asbestos-containing roof is damaged or deteriorated, it can release asbestos fibers into the air. This can occur when the roof is disturbed, such as during maintenance or repairs, or due to weathering over time. Exposure to airborne asbestos fibers can be harmful to health, so it is important to address any damaged asbestos roofs promptly and safely.

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.

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