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>

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 August 2023
Very professional. Derrick explained each procedure and provided a detailed lab report the next day. The only thing I would have like to see that I didnâ t was an air quality test in the encapsulated crawl space. The humidity in the house is 53, outside is 47 and the crawl space is 71. Iâ m...
TDM Mold Inspection & Testing Services
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Reviewed in April 2021
The staff was very patient and tested every area for mold. They also gave me great advice on how to keep mold out of the home! Excellent company!
Strongarms Flood Solutions
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Reviewed in September 2019
Easy to get an appointment, Greg was on time as promised. Both springs replaced, door lubricated, and tested. in and out, professionally done!
Access Garage Doors Inc
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Reviewed in December 2018
Failed to supply a quote after 2 months: blamed water filter vendor. They appear to have just one vendor. Failed to supply water test results. Four calls and emails with no response.
Junior's Plumbing Services, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2018
The salesperson (Mr. Jonathan Booth) did an outstanding job, mainly because he was so sincere and really believed in the product he was selling! He always arrived on-time and was very thorough during the water testing process and his explanation of what was involved in the sale. His upbeat...
Virginia Environmental Resources
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Reviewed in November 2015
Arrived as scheduled, described tests to be performed, and completed it within an hour. Results indicated a need for additional insulation and other work that could reduce energy loss and annual costs. Follow-on work was scheduled and completed to my satisfaction. <br />
Complete Home Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in May 2015
Very happy with the work.....They were right on time and when the work was completed, the work area was cleaned as if they were never there. A positive experience. Waiting to test the area serviced.
Radon Abatement Services, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2015
<p>I would say that the overall project went horrible. I had to do initial work myself on the plan site first before they would start the project. During the consultation we were told the crew would be professional, and they were not. None of the crew except the crew leader spoke English and he...
Prince William Home Improvement
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Reviewed in December 2014
They were very courteous and professional. They called before their estimated start time and arrived promptly. TJ and Clay were friendly and respected the home the entire time they were here. Tested all the lines and ensured the work was to complete and to my satisfaction. They were able to...
Plumbing Innovators - Fredericksburg
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Reviewed in May 2014
The technician called before his arrival and arrived on time. The inspection and repair work took approximately three hours to complete. During the process of testing/inspecting the three appliances, the technician explained what he was doing and looking for. Once completed, he tested both...
Appliance Repair Leaders LLC
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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.

Since the EPA partially banned asbestos in 1989, it is no longer used to manufacture new siding in the United States; production had largely ceased by the early 1980s. Many other countries, such as Canada, Iceland, and Denmark, also have bans on asbestos. However, asbestos siding is still present in many homes built before the late 1980s. The only definitive way to know if your siding contains asbestos is to have it professionally lab-tested.

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.

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.

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.

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