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>

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Last update on March 17, 2026

Reviewed in March 2026
For the person that wrote the previous review, I'm glad your experience was better than mine. Where do I start. Let's start with punctuality, days he said that he would be working in the bathroom would always changed before he left for the day on a regular basis. The day he completed...
Salinas Renovations, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2024
The person who came to do the testing was professional and kind. My problem was that I was charged more than quoted with no explanation despite several outreach attempts.
Midwest Enviro Solutions
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Reviewed in January 2024
I received a call within minutes of my request and they came out the next day to do the testing.
JACX Group, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
My tile from the 70’s was cracking in places and I had Ace out for what I thought was a simple repair. Will the sales member suggested we send the broken sample in to be tested for asbestos. I am so glad I listened because I had asbestos through out my basement. We took Ace’s suggestion and had...
Ace Kitchen Bath & Flooring
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Reviewed in October 2023
My tile from the 70â s was cracking in places and I had Ace out for what I thought was a simple repair. Will the sales member suggested we send the broken sample in to be tested for asbestos. I am so glad I listened because I had asbestos through out my basement. We took Aceâ s suggestion and...
Ace Kitchen Bath & Flooring
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Reviewed in March 2022
First, they charged my credit card (used for down-payment) WITHOUT asking, as we were going to use another card. Due to it being the end of my credit card cycle that night, we hurried up and put it on my card only to find out, they took it back off. So the card was overpaid, meaning balance was...
Mold Test Company MI
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Reviewed in January 2022
Mr. Walker was prompt and extremely courteous. I was able to schedule an appointment for an asbestos test the very next day and he ensured the sample was delivered to the lab on the same day. He also followed up with the lab and provided results quickly and via email. as promised. I highly...
Breathe Easier Environmental & Safety, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2021
Had testing done for asbestos. Very prompt in getting results back to us. Confident we will be using them for removal in the near future.
MG Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2019
this is the fourth time I used them excellent work. they hauled the old toilet away and cleaned up after job was completed. They tested everything before leaving. Good job.
A1 Bargain Plumbing
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Reviewed in September 2019
Mike was super helpful and provided great customer service when I needed an asbestos test done in a short time period.
Global Green Service Group, LLC
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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.

Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and generally not considered safe. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.

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.

Typical methods for asbestos removal include encapsulation, enclosure, and complete removal.

When learning how to test for asbestos in a popcorn ceiling, you have an option for a DIY job or to hire a professional tester. You can purchase a kit at a hardware store and use personal protective equipment while doing the test. If you don’t want to risk any potential exposure to asbestos, hire a professional asbestos testing company instead.

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