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>

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>

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Reviewed in March 2024
Quick and easy process from initial inspection to extermination
Martin Exterminating
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Reviewed in December 2023
ER Plumbing was prompt in scheduling initial visit and repair visit. The crew was very courteous and professional. They completed the repair expeditiously. They repaired and cleaned the area to its original state.
ER Services
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Reviewed in September 2023
THEY DO VERY GOOD WORK AND AFFORDABLE
Pop's Painting
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Reviewed in June 2023
The guys were very pleasent!! Informative and knowledgeable!
West Shore Home Greenville NC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Yes.....very good man doing the work. He is a crew of one, and is a hard worker and looks out for you. He gives a generous discount to nurses, law enforcement, and veterans. He also has a plumber, that takes care of any plumbing needs, and this guy, Chris, is very good as well.....I Highly...
Sellers Remodeling
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Reviewed in February 2023
My experience was wonderful having more work done
Harrell Electric Company
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Reviewed in July 2022
They were prompt went straight to the task and did an excellent job. Reasonably priced and very courteous.
AMRES Mobile Gardening and Lawn Services, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
They get to the root of the problem.
G Mobile Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2021
Very good work and very clean
Ward’s Cleaning
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Reviewed in March 2021
Told them what I wanted and in about two weeks it was done
MyFlooring.com
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Professional asbestos testers or environmental consultants are the best people to call to test for asbestos. An asbestos testing company specializes in collecting and analyzing samples and will be the most qualified to do the job for you. An environmental consultant may not specialize in handling asbestos, but should still have the knowledge and know-how to safely collect a sample and send it off for analysis.

The cost for asbestos testing typically ranges from $400 to $800. The final price depends on several factors, including the number of samples needed, the size and age of the property, and the professional's expertise required for comprehensive testing. Larger or older properties may have higher costs.

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.

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.

Typical methods for asbestos removal include encapsulation, enclosure, and complete removal.

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