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>

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Reviewed in February 2024
Sonja and I could not be happier with the results and patience shown by the entire team at Green Home Solutions in Blaine, MN. We had many questions and concerns to ensure that everything was done to our expectations. Sonja met with Andrea to discuss our options and Micah stopped by for testing...
Green Home Solutions of the Twin Cities
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Reviewed in January 2024
Excellent work done in a very timely manner
D S Home Services
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Reviewed in May 2023
Followed instructions very well, was fast
Buzz N' Lawn
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Reviewed in February 2023
Iâ m sorry I forgot to do the review I had surgery and this just got put on the back burner. The guys were very conscientious about keeping the area, clean and explaining what they have done to for insulation. Iâ m sorry that I donâ t remember their names but they did an excellent job. One...
Reichel Insulation LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
Theyâ ve been reliable and thorough great job
Outback Nature Service
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Reviewed in December 2021
Quick response, excellent customer service.
M&K Forestry and Land Management Services
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Reviewed in November 2021
Brady did an excellent job with this pour. The grade of slope was as asked, sheds water where desired and with no low spots. It looks great as well. Probably the most impressive thing was that he estimated when they could do the job which was about 3 weeks out and that was bang on. He also...
Brady's Concrete & Construction
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Reviewed in June 2021
Communication was excellent. In fact I had two calls to make sure I knew when they were coming. During the process I was consulted on any changes or what had to be changed to make the new tub work. Dave and his crew were on time, respectful, professional, communicative and their work was...
MINNESOTA RUSCO
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Reviewed in August 2019
Shannon was so helpful to us! He is knowledgable, on time and communicated well. I was so impressed with his professionalism. If I ever need my air quality tested again, I know who to call. Thanks Shannon!
Walker Environmental
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Reviewed in September 2017
The service tech called and said that we had a hole in our heat exchanger and that we needed a new furnace. He also said he took pictures of the hole. We decided to start getting bids on a new furnace and were told that there was no hole and that an inspection was probably not done. There was no...
Davis Comfort Systems Inc.
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Asbestos testing takes place in two stages—collection and lab testing. Collection can take less than 20 minutes if a professional manages to get a direct sample. If air samples are required, then the pro will set up a testing device and return to collect it. In both cases, the sample is sent to a lab and results are confirmed or denied usually within one to two days.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned the use of asbestos pipe insulation in certain applications in 1975. It released further bans in 1989 and 2019. While asbestos pipe insulation was common from the 1930s to 1970s, its use fell off after the 1970s due to public concern and the EPA's actions.

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.

Testing and analysis take 10 days to 2 weeks. Expedited services are available for urgent situations typically requiring higher fees.

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.

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