Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-asbestos.htm">how to clean asbestos</a> safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.</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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APO was amazing to work with. We definitely put their knowledge to the test. But no matter the question or hurdle we had inform of us they were there with answers or suggestions. I would highly recommend them to anyone. Plus they have a lot of connections with financial help if needed...
APO Septic and Excavating
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Reviewed in July 2024
Very impressed with the dry fog method they used. We have an old historic building that has a lot of old items that were susceptible to mold. The process was very effective and we notice how different the atmosphere is. Before the treatment we would feel slightly ill after being inside for a...
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Reviewed in December 2022
Mike is a fantastic guy. It was a pleasure having him do my inspection. He has great attention to detail and very thorough. When testing the garage door opener it started smoking. Was glad someone was there with me. I ran for the fire extinguisher and fortunately the smoke let up and quit...
Up North Home Inspection Service LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
Very well organized inspection easy to read. Also give great advise.
4SITE Inspections of Michigan
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Reviewed in July 2022
Five Star Bath Solutions team are awesome. They sent a really nice, knowledgeable representative to discuss our options. He was prompt and very helpful. The man who actually installed our tub/shower combo was phenomenal. He explained everything to us in detail and gave us helpful tips about...
Five Star Bath, Inc - Lansing
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Reviewed in January 2020
Gilbert was professional and really took his time answering all my questions, educating me on what to look for, and inspecting my apartment. There was no visible mold, however, through lab test results from swabs he had taken off the radiator and floor/baseboard it displayed two strains of mold...
Varela Renovations, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2018
Having quite an extensive background in construction, it's always hard to hire someone to do a job you can do yourself. When I realized I didn't have the time to do the job, I contacted CorePro. Chris came out, measured the job and I asked him a few questions to test his knowledge and...
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Reviewed in September 2007
At first it seemed the plumber was trying to help me out by having me perform tests on my own to prevent them coming out , but when it got too complicated , I had them come out which they put off a day , as they called to tell me they had a emergency at another job , seems they broke a water...
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Bathroom tiles can contain asbestos, just the same as patio tiles or kitchen tiles. Remember that asbestos was used primarily for its insulative and fire-resistant properties, both of which are desired in a house. Before we knew asbestos caused cancers and other diseases, it made a lot of sense to include it in many different building materials, including bathroom tiles.

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.

If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn how to clean asbestos safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.

Whether or not to buy a home containing asbestos is ultimately a decision for the homebuyer, and there are several things to consider. When in good condition and contained, asbestos is unlikely to present a health risk—it’s when those tiny fibers are loose and airborne that they become a problem. Consider any renovations you plan on doing to the home that could disturb existing asbestos and the cost of removal. If an inspection finds asbestos in a home on the market, you could negotiate with the seller for a lower price, though this isn’t a sure thing.

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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