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>

What year did they stop putting asbestos in linoleum?

• <div><p>Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.</p></div>

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Last update on January 24, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
Very professional explained everything so I could understand i would recommend this plumber
Modern Plumbing of the Triangle, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2025
Dave was a huge help and very professional. I would recommend him to anyone how needs testing/support when dealing with asbestos.
Enrisco, PC
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Reviewed in March 2024
Came out right away for a radon test for a real estate transaction and had the best price.
Triad Radon Pros
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Reviewed in July 2023
My plumber was excellent. The customer service reps didn't seem to know plumbing.
Quality Service Today Plumbing & Septic
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Reviewed in April 2023
Technician needs more knowledge of the product
Complete Automated Technology
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Reviewed in August 2022
Bill and his team were incredibly professional, informative, knowledgeable and extremely polite. They arrived promptly, right on time to test for mold in our apartment ac unit, and fit us in, schedule wise on short notice. They were extremely thorough, checking each and every inch of the...
Certified Indoor Air
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Reviewed in February 2021
Many years of experience. Thorough assessment and testing!
Accurate Assessment Services
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Reviewed in July 2017
Larry was very nice, punctual and easy with which to work. He explained in-depth what his test could reveal and talked about each step as he conducted the tests. The first tests results were returned quickly and fully explained. The mold results were not received until I e-mailed Larry 2 weeks...
EcoGreen Lighting, Electric, Water & Air Company
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Reviewed in November 2013
Very professional. I had two insulation companies come out. Neither tested anything. They just measured and threw a number out. Dr Energy spent almost 3 hours checking and testing and then walked me around and showed me with the thermal camera and smoke stick where I needed attantion. Great job ...
Dr Energy Saver by Alert Construction
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Reviewed in February 2010
Although he was unable to find the problem. He did explain owe the test he used did not show any part out of normal parameters.
High's Chimney Service
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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.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

There are products that still contain asbestos, but they were typically installed decades ago. Common places where you may still find asbestos-containing materials are in siding, wrapped around ductwork, in older appliances (i.e., stove and gravity furnaces), and in floors. Asbestos was primarily used as an insulator, so anywhere in an older home where you lose heat is where you will most likely find asbestos.

Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.

Bathroom tiles can contain asbestos, just the same as patio tiles or kitchen tiles. Remember that asbestos was used primarily for its insulative and fire-resistant properties, both of which are desired in a house. Before we knew asbestos caused cancers and other diseases, it made a lot of sense to include it in many different building materials, including bathroom tiles.

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