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>

Is asbestos commonly found in older homes?

• <div><p>Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since. </p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2026
I needed help redoing my bathroom but wasn’t sure where to start. We needed a new toilet, the shower redone, and the walls painted. They came out and got started right away. They answered every question I had and were super knowledgeable about the whole process. They made sure to get things done...
DREW'S SOLUTIONS LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
John is highly proficient in this task . He has executed the whole thing in timely fashion as well very professionally leaving no area of any patch work being detected. It was clean.
JC Drywall, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Very professional from beginning to end Finished a removal of a tub and shower and replaced with a walk in shower in one day
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in October 2023
The plumber arrived on the stated day, trenching was dug and water leak was fixed as well as the water faucet was installed. The price was the best we found and the plumber was very knowledgeable and courteous. Highly recommend!!
Heritage Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2023
I was pleased with the punctuality, cleanup and courtesy of the workers. I really canÃ¢Â Â t say anything about the actual work quality I donÃ¢Â Â t have the knowledge
Koala Insulation of Omaha
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Reviewed in May 2023
Job was finished quickly. The plumber immediately knew what the problem was and addressed it quickly. He told me exactly what it would cost up front.
Advantage Plumbing
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Reviewed in September 2017
The part that sears order was defective. So the tech did not test the fix properly. Then the tech over changed me for the service I had already paid for, and sears would not refund thew over change.
Sears Home Services
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Reviewed in August 2014
Our AC quit cooling. We called Flynns and they came out. I think it was two days later, test and fixed it. We've used them many times and they have been able to make it within one day.
Flynn Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2013
Joel, owner came to give an estimate within a few days of when I first called. He always returned phone calls, and was willing to answer my extra questions. When I decided to go with House Doctors, they were here in about a week, and completed the job in a half-day. Followup testing indicated...
Professional House Doctors
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Reviewed in September 2006
This job only took twenty minutes and he was prepared to come out to examine the thermostat. He ended up lubricating it and he operated it by hand a few times for test purposes. He suggested that we may want to invest in a new one pretty soon. He was tidy and did a good job.
SCHROEDER PLUMBING INC
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since.

You can tell if old flooring has asbestos if thick black flooring adhesive is underneath the tiles. However, homeowners should not cut into linoleum floors to look for this adhesive. Instead, hiring a specialist to test the floors is the only safe way to determine if old flooring has asbestos.

Sampling typically takes 1-3 hours, and depending on the provider, lab results are available within 2-7 days.

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