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>

What year did they stop putting asbestos in linoleum?

• <div><p>Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.</p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2022
Excellent service from the opening phone call to the final check up. GUY took about four hours, very clean and great attention to detail. Very happy with the work, tub looks brand new
All-New Tub & Tile Refinishing & Repair, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2020
Wonderful. Very friendly, fast, explained everything, fast appointment. I cannot reccomend this company enough. From the office staff, to the testing person..everything was great!
South Jersey Water Test, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2018
Prompt and quick test results.
Remediation Pros, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2018
Tremendous job - very efficient and professional. Thorough testing of air flow.
NJP Mechanical
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Reviewed in April 2017
I called EPC Tech. via home advisor and talked to Steve. He came out to give me estimate to remove asbestos floor tile in large kitchen and bathroom. He gave me the estimate and at the same time told me that he wasn't sure the floor tile had asbestos in it. Steve said it would be 50/50...
EPC Technologies, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2016
<p>I had to have a new well drilled in September. Being in the legal field, I know how to do my homework when choosing a contractor. I "interviewed" several other contractors and discovered that a couple of them were one in the same company but posing as separate companies and giving different...
Robbins Water Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2015
I've used Paradise Plumbing in the past and knew that his work would be top rate. I can, once again, highly recommend Jeff. I have a very old (leaky) home with both small and not-so-small plumbing problems. He is very professional and pleasant to have in your home, he gives fair quotes, and...
Paradise Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in July 2014
I selected PPIE based on the positive reviews that they received on Angie's List. I had no problem setting up an appointment the day that I called them. I had a home inspection and radon testing performed by Tom Mitchell. He was punctual,professional and personable. He encouraged me to ask...
DEV ENGINEERING
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Reviewed in December 2013
The office has a Vet Dermitologist on Staff, although not fulltime, so there was a wait for a Appointment. Dr was extremely thorough with both her exam of the dog and questions regarding possible contributing factors or causes. They were able to perform on site testing. Dr took the time to...
Regional Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center
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Reviewed in April 2012
Willie Fannon (territory manager) and Barry came to my house to check out my system. First thing they did was test the water. They actually did several of the tests twice to make sure the results were correct. At this point they went to the basement to see what system I had. They were very...
South Jersey Water Conditioning
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Damaged tiles can release asbestos fibers into the air. Anyone in the surrounding area who may inhale the fibers will have them settled in the lining of internal organs. Over time, it may lead to serious health conditions such as lung cancer and mesothelioma.

The only safe way to prevent these conditions is to avoid exposure to asbestos at all costs, even for a short period of time.

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.

Testing and analysis take 10 days to 2 weeks. Expedited services are available for urgent situations typically requiring higher fees.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.

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