Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div><p>No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-texture-drywall.htm">create a textured drywall ceiling</a> with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos. </p></div>

How do you identify asbestos tiles?

• <div><p>If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-tell-if-you-have-asbestos-floor-tile.htm">Asbestos tiles</a> can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.</p></div>

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 do I prepare for asbestos testing?

• <div><p>Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.</p></div>

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Home Complete Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Great quality work in a timely manner
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It was a very good experience
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There work was done very quickly and Iâ m quite pleased with the results. Very easy to deal with.
Hawkeye Construction
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Reviewed in June 2022
It went great! The work was completed quickly and efficiently. The tile looks great and I would definitely recommend them to anyone else. I will be using them again if and when the time comes.
Pate Brothers Construction
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Very down to earth ,family oriented. This company takes the time to consider the type of clean that you request , with the chemicals choice based on your preference. Great work Clean"T ð and son .
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Reviewed in June 2021
This young man came to do a estimate and was prepared to work on the spot
The Rupert Lawn Care Services, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
We will use these folks for any future plumbing needs.
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Reviewed in January 2017
He was a very kind gentleman and did good work. It hasn't yet rained hard enough to put the repair to a tough test, but it's been a couple weeks. I feel bad withholding a good review til another storm comes.
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Reviewed in June 2014
We called Mr. Rooter and told them our issue, we were told we had a main line stoppage. We scheduled an appointment, and the Tech called before coming. When he got there he ran the cable, cleared our line. He pulled back roots. He provided us with a lot of useful information. He went in and...
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No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still create a textured drywall ceiling with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos.

If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. Asbestos tiles can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.

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.

Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.

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