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>

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>

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Reviewed in September 2022
Derrick Johnson was very knowledgeable about what he was doing. Aloud me to walk with him while explaining every step of the process. Call me to make sure I understood the test results. Thank you very much Derrick.
TDM Mold Inspection & Testing Services
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Reviewed in March 2021
I've used Kinnett before but for a more routine task of resolving a backed up toilet. I didn't write a review then simply because it was so routine, but this visit was much more challenging and I was very impressed, so a review is warranted. First, I had intended to have them come to do a spigot...
Kinnett Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2020
Tyriece Walker and his colleague, from 4 Service Pros, came out to my home to perform a smoke test due to a strong sewage smell in our home. They both made us feel comfortable by wearing mask and shoe covering for our protection. Then Tyriece and his colleague were able to quickly identify the...
4 Service Pros
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Reviewed in February 2020
Very professional and thorough! Transparent process, explained all the steps and options for mold testing for our home. Would absolutely hire again!
Priority Restoration
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Reviewed in May 2017
They were extremely customer friendly and very flexible with scheduling. Everything was very easily handled via phone, email and text message. They technician was on time and the asbestos test results came back in 24 hours! I would highly recommend them and will use them again.
Boston Environmental and Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2017
Mario was informative about asbestos and explained the testing as well as what would happen if we needed to have asbestos removed.
Applied Restoration Group
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Reviewed in February 2017
The work was done quickly and professionally. The plumber tested the repairs upon completion and was careful to make sure I understood what had been done and that the repairs were effective.
F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
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Reviewed in June 2016
The technician knew exactly how to test the PRV, county water line pressure, etc., and explained how to determine if problem was a faulty PRV valve or county water line connection. He fully explained how the PRV works and how he was going to replace it. He did an excellent job. Thorough and...
Metropolitan Repairs
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Reviewed in September 2015
He fixed the faucet and did several tests to ensure it was working properly. He also (very patiently) showed me what he was doing and informed me of why he was doing it. Excellent service and highly professional! American Masters are now our plumbers. <br />
American Masters Plumbing Co LLC
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Reviewed in May 2015
One man arrived on time. He was professional and courteous. He shut off water to the house, removed and replaced a broken cartridge, turned the water back on and tested it. The repair is working well. <br />
Hollin Hall Plumbing
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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.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

While a professional can always help, there are some common plumbing culprits you can check yourself to see if you can find the sewer gas smell. For example, you should check your water traps, sometimes called P-traps and S-traps, which are located under sink, shower, and laundry drains. The wax ring beneath the base of your toilet, which creates a watertight seal with the plumbing, could also have gone bad.

Asbestos-containing materials are not easily affected by water and do not disintegrate or dissolve when exposed to it. However, porous materials can deteriorate due to water exposure, leading to the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The settling of asbestos fibers can also occur as water makes them heavy, which reduces the risk of airborne exposure, though future disturbance of the materials could cause risk. Wetting asbestos-containing materials does not constitute safe removal, and the proper handling and disposal of asbestos materials should be left to professionals.

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.

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