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>

How do you identify asbestos tiles?

• <div><p>If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-tell-if-you-have-asbestos-floor-tile.htm">Asbestos tiles</a> can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2024
Itâ s always a good day when you have great workers working in your home and their honest, besides itâ s always a good thing to test your water and purify it
HydroSmart
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Reviewed in November 2023
enny and Dave did good professional work to finish the bathroom. It looks good. We will test everything after 24 hours as suggested by them. We are pleased with their professional behavior as well
Luxury Bath NJPA, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
Mold Test Company was very thorough and professional
Mold Test Company NJ
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Reviewed in July 2022
The whole process was fast and efficient. The test was conducted on 7/22 and we had the results on 7/26.
Indoor Environmental Concepts
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Reviewed in December 2019
So that is now hiring you did a good job on your test and I am let’s see what you’re going to do next I just need to send a Feedback and for a couple questions one do you like your job to are you OK three the last question this job is the best thank you now I have your good job?‼️??
Combat Veterans Home Improvement, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2018
Beautiful job! The kitchen counters have nevaska granite, and perla venata quartzite for the kitchen bar. Went in one Saturday, founds the ones we liked, took samples home to test for staining, etching, scratches - both passed with flying colors. Went back the next Saturday to pick our slabs,...
Kol Marble & Granite
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Reviewed in September 2017
Joe performed an air sample mold test of my house. He is very knowledgeable and explained the results clearly. Fortunately there was no mold.
Mold Solutions & Inspections
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Reviewed in March 2017
They were willing to go to bat for you. There was a problem with the builder that he didn't want the inspector to go into the attic. If you're buying a house you want the whole house to be inspected, not just pieces of it. I basically said to the GM that I have no agreement with you, you are not...
HI Safety First Corp
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Reviewed in August 2016
Scott performed an entire home inspection and radon test in addition to contracting a termite specialist to assist in the inspection. The experience was very professional and informative for wife and I as we are purchasing a home for the first time. He provided a package of information that will...
Landmark Inspections LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
Don arrived on time, but once he was in my home he claimed that my home was probably infested with asbestos. He recommended testing and said that he would come back the next day. I called both Valerie and Don that afternoon to schedule testing and have not received a call back from either. Its...
ETS Environmental Testing Services LLC
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While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

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.

Many homeowners may never have to test their homes for asbestos. Asbestos particles are only dangerous if they become airborne. If you plan to do construction or notice damage to piping, siding, or drywall, you should hire a specialist to test for asbestos.

If you plan to remodel your home or have any concerns, you should have your home tested for asbestos just to be safe.

Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.

If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. Asbestos tiles can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.

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