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>

Is asbestos commonly found in older homes?

• <div><p>Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since. </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>

How long does it take for asbestos to harm you?

• <div><p>According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from <b>10 to 40 years</b> for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:</p><ul><li><p>Amount of exposure</p></li><li><p>Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers</p></li><li><p>Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos</p></li><li><p>Genetic factors </p></li><li><p>Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Reviewed in June 2025
I've actually hired Mr. Jones for 3 different plumbing jobs at my house. He fixed my leaking faucet, found and repaired a leak that I had in a bathroom pipe where he had to cut into the ceiling to identify the problem and fixed it - it was an after-hours call, and when I missed the county's...
TTJones Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Prompt service. Helpful throughout the testing.
TDM Mold Inspection & Testing Services
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Reviewed in November 2022
Stephen was right on time the test was fast a easy great job
Your Home Matters Property Inspection Service, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2022
I am very happy to have a mold inspection service with Jon. He took the time to explain to me how the testing would go. Jon carefully ensure that the air samples he collected were delivered to FedEx and the report came out the very next day. I highly recommend PinPoint Innovations. I am very...
Pinpoint Innovations
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Reviewed in March 2020
Job went well. No surprises. Had to cut cast iron drain pipe and supply line to move toilet. Reconnected other drain lines in bathroom. Started on time. Explained work. Showed me testing connections.
Joseph plumbing & drain
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Reviewed in November 2017
Rudd's company is good at Mold testing, professional and efficient but if the results is indeed mold this company does not do mold Remediation and you would have to hire someone else for mold Remediation. I thought the job was pricey.
Rudd's Indoor Environment
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Reviewed in March 2017
It was for the basement. The guy was very knowledgeable about mold. Since it was a visual inspection, I didn't have any issues with him. <br /> <br /> It was a conversation, so it was about 20 minutes, less that 30 minutes but more than 15 minutes. I guess I was expecting a little bit more...
East Coast Duct Pro
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Reviewed in July 2016
This left a very bad test in my mouth.
Elite Cleaning Services LLC
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Reviewed in March 2016
The Kit including everything you need for sampling 3 areas of your home plus 2 more optional units. It testing procedure was quite straightforward. After sending in the kit back - the results came fairly quickly with detailed results. <br />
Moldlab
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Reviewed in October 2015
I'd like to begin by saying if anyone reading <br /> this review has basement water issues, you can't do better than M.Taylor <br /> Enterprise LLC for price, job quality, and timeliness of your project's <br /> completion. <br /> I began my remodeling plans with one job in <br /> mind. My...
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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.

Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since.

Often found in old insulation, tiles, and roofing materials in pre-1980s buildings.

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.

According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:

Amount of exposure
Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers
Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos
Genetic factors
Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)

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