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>

Do I need to be worried about asbestos?

• <div><p>If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/asbestos-abatement/">an asbestos removal expert</a> to evaluate the situation. </p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2025
I had asbestos removed from the tile in my basement. I was very impressed with how smooth and easy they made the process!
Asbestrol, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2022
Did a great job refinishing an old coffee table!
Resurex Wood Refinishing, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
Knowledgeable, knows what they are doing and as far as cleaning up after itâ s a 10. Iâ m very satisfied. Thank you!!
Hansen Tree Service
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Reviewed in February 2020
The testing was done promptly, and the person performing it was extremely courteous and knowledgeable. We got the report within 5 business days.
Mold Test Company MN
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Reviewed in April 2019
Quality work. Post service test showed a marked reduction in radon levels. Would recommend TJ Radon without hesitation. Thanks!
TJ Radon, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2015
went great - i have used interior blessings before - their work stands the test of time - no hassle business, quality work <br />
INTERIOR BLESSING PAINTING AND DECORATING
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Reviewed in June 2014
The technician performed a furnace checkup. We'd purchased a house that had been a rental property so wanted to make sure that the furnace was in good working order. The tech. checked for gas leaks, and tested to make sure the blower was working and that no parts were malfunctioning. He also...
Tonna Mechanical
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Reviewed in November 2013
We are selling our home and the buyer's home inspection turned up an average radon level of 7.8. Our home was built in NW Rochester, MN in 1992. <br /> We contacted Athelon and Dan replied right away. He gave us a verbal estimate and then came out to walk the home and give us a written...
Athelon Enterprises
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Reviewed in June 2013
When they came for the lawn service, they explained to me about the fertilizer that I could have and he did a soil test and told me how often they would be doing the fertilization and that type of thing. He was good at explaining things and answering my questions. They gave me a detailed...
The Davey Tree Expert Company
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Reviewed in September 2012
They installed their on-demand water softener but did not test water to determine hardness setting and did not <br /> explain how much water to add to tank. They set softener to recharge every day and it ended up using <br /> 120 lbs of salt first month. Also did not install overflow tube....
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.

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.

If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in an asbestos removal expert to evaluate the situation.

Professional testing is advisable to ensure safety regulations are met, and accurate results are obtained using certified methods.

If you hire a dedicated asbestos inspector near you in addition to your local home inspector, it will cost between $200 and $800. If, however, your general home inspector happens to be certified as an asbestos inspector, they can charge you a smaller fee and tack on the cost to the home inspection. In general, home inspectors do not do physical testing, but will provide a visual assessment so you know what you are working with.

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