Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div>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. </div>

Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-i-tell-if-house-has-asbestos.htm">Asbestos</a> can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:<ul><li>Acoustic ceiling tiles</li><li>Furnace insulation</li><li>Home appliances</li><li>Fire-retardant clothing</li><li>Cement pipe</li><li>Pipe insulation</li><li>Wall and ceiling insulation</li><li>Vehicle brake pads</li><li>Vinyl flooring</li><li>Sprayed acoustic ceilings</li><li>Stove insulation</li><li>Patching compounds</li><li>Textured paints</li><li>Roofing shingles</li><li>Siding</li></ul></div>

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Justin was amazing to work with and he used his skill to creat something unique. We used a 300 gallon pond as a filter for a 12,000 gallon pond. He used check valves to prevent back flow, adjustable valves to control the flow, and piping for aeration that requires only gravity to flow...
American Pride Plumbing and Gas INC.
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Reviewed in January 2026
work in progress, very happy with the results
Handyman John
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Reviewed in May 2023
The Surface Doctors treated my shower and tub in 2020. They were prompt, polite, and the cost and process was exactly as described. Recently, I noticed a chip in the tub floor, probably from a dropped bottle, and that in some spots the caulk had separated. So I contacted them again to schedule a...
The Surface Doctors
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Reviewed in May 2023
I needed them to test for asbestos and they were quick to respond and explained the process and possible remediation very thoroughly. Made it easy for me to understand.
Lake County Environmental Services, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
Iâ ve used this business for a few different projects, from pressure washing to flooring. Great work done each time!
Precision Pro Wash, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
My wife and I were visiting the Kohler show rooms in Kohler, WI. the spring of 2018 to see their home products along with backup generators for our SW Michigan log cabin. The Kohler representative stated Wolverine Electrical Contracting was their key supplier in Michigan. We contacted Wolverine...
WOLVERINE ELECTRICAL CNTRCTNG
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Reviewed in November 2020
Tankless water heater went on the fritz last Monday. Submitted HomeAdvisor request for quote and Rob called almost immediately. Took some pictures of the old unit and plumbing and had an all in reasonable estimate. They came out next morning (to the city no less) and installed new unit in a...
R.A. Mechanical, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2016
The receptionist is exceptional. She went above and beyond to help me get an appointment quickly. She also took the time to get all of the information I needed prior to making the appointment by asking the plumber questions. This company even has a generator to bring in case the power...
Mr. Rooter of North West Indiana
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Reviewed in October 2014
We initially smelled gas leaking in our basement after a hot water tank had been installed. We called the utility company who came out, tested gas lines and said we needed three new gas valves. The utility company then completely shut off all gas to the house. The heating company came right...
H&G Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in January 2014
we had a water leak originating from the chimney. they performed a test with a hose to determine exactly where the water was coming from then replaced both the cap and crown. Leak was fixed. They were very professional, communicated well throughout the process and for the quoted price. I...
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While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

Asbestos is a carcinogen, meaning it increases the risk of cancer. Inhaling asbestos fibers is linked to several respiratory issues, including asbestosis, or scarring on the lungs, lung cancer, and mesothelioma, another type of cancer. There's also a link between asbestos exposure and an increased risk of colon cancer and other cancers of the digestive system.

Usually, the people most at risk for disease related to asbestos exposure are those who spend a lot of time working around the material without protection. Electricians who work with asbestos wire have a higher risk of developing mesothelioma or lung cancer due to their exposure.

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.

Mold, VOCs, radon, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter are typically measured.

Asbestos can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:

Acoustic ceiling tiles
Furnace insulation
Home appliances
Fire-retardant clothing
Cement pipe
Pipe insulation
Wall and ceiling insulation
Vehicle brake pads
Vinyl flooring
Sprayed acoustic ceilings
Stove insulation
Patching compounds
Textured paints
Roofing shingles
Siding

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