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>

How long does it take for asbestos to harm you?

• <div><p>According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from <b>10 to 40 years</b> for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:</p><ul><li><p>Amount of exposure</p></li><li><p>Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers</p></li><li><p>Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos</p></li><li><p>Genetic factors </p></li><li><p>Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Can you apply vinyl siding over asbestos siding?

• <div><p>You can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-cover-asbestos-siding.htm">cover asbestos siding </a>with another type of siding, such as vinyl, however, this may not be the best option. Covering the asbestos siding may disturb it, releasing fibers into the air. The covered siding can also be disturbed at a later date, such as by a new homeowner who is unaware of its presence.</p><p>If you decide to cover the siding, be sure to work with a professional and follow any local building codes and requirements. It may be the case that removing the asbestos siding is the better option, rather than covering it over. </p></div>

Q: What are the common signs that asbestos is present in a property?

• <div><p>Often found in old insulation, tiles, and roofing materials in pre-1980s buildings.</p></div>

Q: What are the health risks of asbestos?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>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.</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 December 2024
Yes, they got it done but was delayed due to neighbors interest in removing trees
Westy inc
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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.
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Aztec Asbestos Removal LLC offers the removal of asbestos for commercial and residential properties. We started in 2011 and have been providing excellent asbestos removal service ever since. We have withheld a rating of A+ through the Better Business Bureau reflecting our strict safety procedures and impeccable work ethic since 2013. We strive to offer excellent customer satisfaction by being very flexible and available, on top of making safety our #1 priority. We are licensed in Minnesota and offer professional asbestos air sampling.

"They showed up promptly, answered our questions, and removed the asbestos from 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms."

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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.

According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:

Amount of exposure
Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers
Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos
Genetic factors
Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)

You can cover asbestos siding with another type of siding, such as vinyl, however, this may not be the best option. Covering the asbestos siding may disturb it, releasing fibers into the air. The covered siding can also be disturbed at a later date, such as by a new homeowner who is unaware of its presence.

If you decide to cover the siding, be sure to work with a professional and follow any local building codes and requirements. It may be the case that removing the asbestos siding is the better option, rather than covering it over.

Often found in old insulation, tiles, and roofing materials in pre-1980s buildings.

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.

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