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>

Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div><p>No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-texture-drywall.htm">create a textured drywall ceiling</a> with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos. </p></div>

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Great professional and friendly people who are experts at what they do. really happy with results!
Starkrete
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Reviewed in February 2026
I need to replace faucet for laundry and utility tub sink. Need to fix connection issue from utility tub to sewer . House of professional came to give me estimate. Got estimate within few minutes. Their quote was reasonable. Upon hiring they showed up on time and completed all work...
House Doctors of the Triple Cities
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Reviewed in December 2025
Very quick and professional for the one project, but didn't feel confident in tackling the plumbing issue.
Vinnies trim work
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Reviewed in September 2025
Their response was very timely and he arrived at the time he said. On arrival after understanding my need he proceeded quickly and efficiently and completed the job of replacing shut off valves in the kitchen and on the main pipe. Very professional.
Bennett's Home Services
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Reviewed in February 2023
Took care of our problem. Great guy I highly recommend this company we paid another company a lot more money without results.
Critters Pest Control, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
Excellent reponse to a plumbing issue. Jake was extremely knowledgeable and very personable.
Evans Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in August 2022
Kellers came and gave me free estimate the same day I called. They were professional, and discrete with my bug issue. Solved the entire issue in 1 visit, would give them 10 stars if I could.
Keller's Pest Control, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
Keith, and his co-worker, arrived on time, explained what they were going to do and started their inspection. We followed along, watching Keith take many pictures, writing comments on what looked like an iPad. He spent a good amount of time walking though each room, testing the electric,...
Professional Home Inspection Service
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Reviewed in July 2013
Didn't..... Yes I was told air was old on inspection 6/5/13. I mention at this visit only fan would run & it ran forever with no cool air blowing. when they left they left me with everything ok . They didn't suggest anything. I Went away & shut system down & when we returned turned on...
Auchinachie Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in April 2013
My water supply has been dwindling all winter. It got to the point that we couldn't flush a toilet more often than once every half hour. I called Waterboy (Ed Duncan) on Sunday. He apologized that he could not come immediately because he was at his son's musical and could not disappoint the...
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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.

It is strongly advised not to touch or disturb asbestos-containing materials unless necessary. Asbestos fibers can be released into the air when the material is damaged or disturbed, posing serious health risks if inhaled. It is best to leave any handling of asbestos to trained professionals who can remove the asbestos safely.

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.

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

No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still create a textured drywall ceiling with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos.

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