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 you spray paint over asbestos?

• <div><p>While there are some sealants designed to be spray-painted over asbestos to encapsulate it, you still want to make sure it’s a specifically designed product for this purpose—not just run-of-the-mill spray paint. Furthermore, be sure you aren’t inadvertently spraying the asbestos fibers around when you take on this project, and as always, be sure to wear the proper protective gear, including a P-100-rated respirator and a disposable body suit, so as not to inadvertently breathe in or spread asbestos fibers.</p></div>

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Q: What is the process of abatement for asbestos?

• <div><p>Performing abatement for asbestos means the contractor removes or encapsulates the asbestos to protect your family&rsquo;s health. The term abatement refers to the steps required to keep asbestos fibers from moving into the air. Understanding <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-asbestos-abatement.htm">what asbestos abatement is</a> can help you discuss the case with your contractors by understanding the jargon they use. </p></div>

Q: What are the 4 kinds of hazardous waste?

• <div><p>The four types of hazardous waste are items that are ignitable, corrosive, reactive, and toxic. Examples include gasoline, car batteries, aerosol cans, and lead-based paint, respectively.</p></div>

Q: What are the risks of drilling into asbestos siding?

• <div><p>It is not recommended that you drill into asbestos siding, as you could release its hazardous fibers into the air. The best way for dealing with asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate it.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2025
Very fast response. Excellent work on removing trees. From initial contact to job completed, less than one week! Cleaned up ALL debris from the felling of trees. Professional and courteous. We are hiring them again for dirt work/landscaping our back yard. We highly recommend SFC terrain works!
SFC Terrain Works
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Reviewed in May 2025
He has put an air conditioner and a furnace in my house and has done an amazing job both times. He is professional and strives to make his customers happy. I would highly recommend giving him a call for any of your hvac needs.
Ellendale Heating & Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
This is a land clearing service, to remove trees and other vegetation. From predominantly agricultural land.
Root Land Management
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Reviewed in January 2023
John responded quickly to my phone call and was very prompt with looking at the concern of asbestos tiles. He was ver professional and knowledgeable with the abatement process! Would highly recommend John!
JMAX Specialty Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2017
Since I didn't need this spigot, I called B&D to remove it. However, as it's a lake cabin, the spigot didn't have a shut-off and was tied directly to the kitchen supply lines. They were able to cut the pipe and cap the spigot line without affecting the kitchen water. While on the job, they...
B & D Plumbing, Heating & A/C
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Reviewed in January 2014
Contacted Conners Plumbing & Heating to come out and inspect our 12 year old leaking hot water heater to determine whether a replacement was needed. Dave was quickly able to determine that a replacement was necessary. Pricing was discussed, we obtained additional quotes, and ultimately decided...
Connors Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in August 2013
It was slow to get started because we visited them before the July 4 holiday and their installer had a vacation planned. We were told about it up front, so we knew there would be a delay for measuring. It took about two weeks for the carpet to be delivered. They installed it almost as soon as...
Carpets To You-Flooring Center
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Reviewed in July 2013
The staff was great to work with. The quality of the work was very good. What I really liked was that there was really no water application and removal with this service. It was almost too easy.
HEAVEN'S BEST CARPET CLEANING
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Reviewed in October 2012
Logs and Limbs service was outstanding. I had made the mistake of hiring a different tree service from out of town, that came to my door, as they had been working for other neighbors earlier in the week. I did not check Angie's List first as I should have. Needless to say, the other company did...
LOGS & LIMBS TREE SERVICE
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Reviewed in December 2011
the company came out 1 week prior and removed the furnace which was inoperable, clean up was excellant. The installation went very well, came in the morning and were finshed in time for city inspection in late afternoon.
Central Valley - Northfield
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Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

Performing abatement for asbestos means the contractor removes or encapsulates the asbestos to protect your family’s health. The term abatement refers to the steps required to keep asbestos fibers from moving into the air. Understanding what asbestos abatement is can help you discuss the case with your contractors by understanding the jargon they use.

The four types of hazardous waste are items that are ignitable, corrosive, reactive, and toxic. Examples include gasoline, car batteries, aerosol cans, and lead-based paint, respectively.

It is not recommended that you drill into asbestos siding, as you could release its hazardous fibers into the air. The best way for dealing with asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate it.

While there are some sealants designed to be spray-painted over asbestos to encapsulate it, you still want to make sure it’s a specifically designed product for this purpose—not just run-of-the-mill spray paint. Furthermore, be sure you aren’t inadvertently spraying the asbestos fibers around when you take on this project, and as always, be sure to wear the proper protective gear, including a P-100-rated respirator and a disposable body suit, so as not to inadvertently breathe in or spread asbestos fibers.

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