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>

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>

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Bryce and his helper installed my new shower. They were quick, efficient and courteous of my home.
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The plumbing techs from Fox Plumbing came in and did a removal and replacement for our failing toilet. They suggested that we buy the new toilet so that we could get a one that was best for our situation. We did find the toilet that we had hoped to get. The Fox techs came in and removed the old...
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Had Rob tear out a tub/shower combo in our master bath and install a stand-up shower. Also had him tear out a shower and install a new one in our guest bathroom. Rob was great to work with. We had a number of Ã¢Â Â surprisesÃ¢Â Â during the tear out and he handled each and every one...
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Great friendly workers, explained each step of process. Will use them again.
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Knowledgeable, professional, costly (everything is). I would hire again. I called them to snake a clogged drain. At very start, Dean noticed a strong gas odor. He quickly diagnosed this old problem and had a solution. Past plumbers have not been able to resolve the problem. Dean corrected...
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Repaired a shower diverter issue. Gave us a quote for an outside hydrant and checked a faucet for leaks but found none and they tried to make it leak. Prompt, courteous, skilled, and professional. Highly recommend.
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The technician was very thorough. He gave us two different offers. He could just spray for what turned out to be carpenter ants and guarantee it for 90 days or we could have him spray for all insects guaranteed for a year. I decided to go with the annual spray because we also had small ants in...
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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.

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

Professional asbestos testers or environmental consultants are the best people to call to test for asbestos. An asbestos testing company specializes in collecting and analyzing samples and will be the most qualified to do the job for you. An environmental consultant may not specialize in handling asbestos, but should still have the knowledge and know-how to safely collect a sample and send it off for analysis.

Sampling typically takes 1-3 hours, and depending on the provider, lab results are available within 2-7 days.

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.

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