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>

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Reviewed in December 2021
Went amazing. Scott and Patrick were extremely professional, worked closely with us as our requests grew and changed. We started with one room and ended up doing our entire house. We had a tight deadline after initial estimate and Patrick made sure to get the test stains down and get the project...
Selecta Flooring LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
they were prompt, professional and most importantly remediated the problem with great test results!
Fresh Air Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2020
Great working with the company! The technicial was incredibly thorough and knowledgeable. He tested almost every single surface in the house including some household items we were interested in. Amazing service! Highly recommend!
Sky Environmental Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2020
contacted this company after prior company was unable to complete job for agreed upon price. Sterling took over the project, completed the dig, had the soil tested, submitted readings to State and secured NFA Letter from NJDEP.
STERLING ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
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Reviewed in June 2020
arrived on time, finished within an hour., haven't fully tested but seems to have done the job that was needed. personable worker, wore mask and booties.
Copperhead Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in September 2019
Justin from RTK came to my house right away and I got the mold test results back quickly. He recommended a company to do the repairs that I needed, and I also had a good experience with them. I never felt like anyone was trying to sell me something I didn’t need and the whole project was...
RTK Environmental Group
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Reviewed in August 2019
The owner, Chris was very nice and thorough in explaining the mold testing process to me. He was very prompt with his follow up after the testing was done and made himself available to answer questions about the test results in the report. The customer service was excellent and professional.
Renew Restoration, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2019
Great company. The owner is extremely responsive, came out to the house within a day to advise us on the extent of asbestos, what would be needed to remediate and exactly what would be involved. Came to the house multiple times to answer questions and review the scope of the project and advise...
Checkmark Industrial, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2019
quick response, tech explained what he was testing and doing
Alfano Mechanical, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2017
Victor and Mike are true professionals with human touch! Victor visited us twice to perform water test as first time my better half had change of plans. He never pushed us to get his sale complete. He recommended the customized system i.e., catalytic carbon agent based on our water test results...
Aquatech USA, LLC
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

If you own a stereo microscope, you should be able to see the fibers. The stereo microscope often can perform magnification up to 50x. But unless you have experience viewing asbestos fibers, you may not know exactly what you are seeing. Some fibers are curly, while others are long and straight. Blue, brown, white, and gray colored fibers are all possible.

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.

DIY kits are available, but professional testing ensures accurate results and compliance with regulations.

Do not panic if you are exposed to asbestos. The illnesses associated with asbestos exposure are rare. If you are concerned about exposure, talk to your doctor, especially if you are having any respiratory symptoms, such as coughing or difficulty breathing. They may recommend imaging to get a view of the insides of your organs and determine if scarring or growths are present.

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