Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div><p>No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.</p></div>

How do I report exposure to asbestos?

• <div><p>According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:</p><ul><li><p>Asbestos subject matter experts in your state </p></li><li><p>EPA regional office</p></li><li><p>Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone</p></li><li><p>EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-asbestos.htm">how to clean asbestos</a> safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.</p></div>

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I had a leaking faucet Andrew was quick to respond. We went over a couple options but i decided to go with a new faucet swap. Andrews pricing was very affordable, he showed up when he said he would he was clean and his work is high quality. I will definitely be using this business again for my...
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Reviewed in September 2023
Terry was great .Immediate response, appointment was set at my convenience promptly on a Sunday and arrived on time. Work was done, tested and left the area neat. Booster pump was replaced so my upstairs water pressure is great again. Will use Lakes Region Pump & Irrigation again.
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Reviewed in February 2023
Scott did a great job installing the pergo flooring in our kitchen and dining room. It was a very large surface area with several different angles and cuts that he needed to make. He did a super job, it looks beautiful. We highly recommend Scott. He's also honest and trustworthy.
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Reviewed in September 2022
We are so happy with the process. The initial consultation went smoothly and many options were given to us and we never felt pressured to go beyond what we wanted, yet Eric answered all the questions he had and helped us make informed and educated decisions. Quote came in even a little under...
Newpro Operating, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2022
I had a leak in my water main coming into the house in my crawl space. I called 2 local firms without being able to have so one come help. Linda from Mr.Rooter called me back within 10 minutes and scheduled a plumber for the next morning.Brian arrived by 11am accessed the situation gave me an...
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Reviewed in November 2021
Tip: do accept to test for leaks. After the plumber repaired one joint, he found 3 other joints leaking in my old pipes. The testing was expensive, but worth it.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Southern Mass
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So far, so good. The finished project looks great; it really hasn't been tested yet as there has been little or no rain. Groundwater used to flow through the cellar after heavy rains so we'll see it the subsurface floor drain works. The floor looks good, the price was right (lowest of three...
Groundworks
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Smart, high quality painting company. Surface preparation, key to not wasting money, performed with skill. Crew was polite, thoughtful and thorough. Our house is severely battered by its east exposure, Maxwell's work withstood the test of 60 mph driving rain and snow.
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I checked web site referenced in Angie's List and called provider who returned call within 2 hours. We set appointment time and date to visit site and evaluate problem. Accompanied provider during inspection who responded to my questions. Provider took photos and did mold swipe and sent to lab...
Real Dry Waterproofing - Scituate
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Reviewed in May 2013
He came to assess our problem the day after I called. He did a free water test and recommended solutions (which were less expensive than a couple of other people that I had talked to) . He explained everything he was doing in detail and got to work right away. I would recommend this company for...
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No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.

Asbestos testing is conducted by collecting samples from materials suspected to contain asbestos and analyzing them in laboratories for confirmed presence.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:

Asbestos subject matter experts in your state
EPA regional office
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone
EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax

Whether or not to buy a home containing asbestos is ultimately a decision for the homebuyer, and there are several things to consider. When in good condition and contained, asbestos is unlikely to present a health risk—it’s when those tiny fibers are loose and airborne that they become a problem. Consider any renovations you plan on doing to the home that could disturb existing asbestos and the cost of removal. If an inspection finds asbestos in a home on the market, you could negotiate with the seller for a lower price, though this isn’t a sure thing.

If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn how to clean asbestos safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.

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