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>

Do I need to be worried about asbestos?

• <div><p>If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/asbestos-abatement/">an asbestos removal expert</a> to evaluate the situation. </p></div>

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I needed a new thimble in my chimney as well as a liner and cap. This team showed up as planned, offered an estimate and was ready to work. They were courteous and professional with a great finished product.
McBriens Fire & Flue
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Reviewed in April 2024
Marie is very thorough and has great attention to detail. I have used her cleaning services for 2 years. My dogs love her. Very happy.
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Reviewed in November 2023
They arrived on time. Worked efficiently without stopping until the job was done. We replaced our tub with a shower unit. Itâ s gorgeous! They did an amazing job.
Jacuzzi® Bath Remodel
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Reviewed in June 2023
Shamrock got back to me promptly following my inquiry. They scheduled an inspection of my leaking chimney for the next day. They arrived on time and conducted the inspection. Gave me their assessment of what needed to be done and the cost which I though was fair. They immediately proceeded...
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Reviewed in February 2023
Fixed my toilet very quickly
Addario, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2022
Curtis and Joe came the next day after my call to repair our pellet stove insert. They are knowledgeable, friendly and very clean. Fixed our stove in time for New Years Eve!
North Country Chimney Sweeps
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They told me they would be at the site at one hour and arrived several hours later. They didn't let me know that they wouldn't be at the site until hours after we had been waiting for their arrival. They did an excellent job of removing the old sheet rock and insulation and putting up the new....
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Very happy with my new bath remodel. PIC was professional and completed the work in one day!
PIC Home Pros, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2019
I had an extremely challenging water treatment situation. I have a dug well in close proximity to a year round flowing river - this causes regular water quality fluctuation. Within five minutes of sending a request for contact, I received a call - offering to help. (First Star - to this day I...
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Reviewed in July 2018
The gentleman was very kind professional and efficient. He left some literature about the testing I had done and got back to me very quickly with the results. .i highly recommended John to everyone. Kim C.
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Costs depend on the number of samples, property size, and lab processing fees.

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.

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.

If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in an asbestos removal expert to evaluate the situation.

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