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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Reviewed in February 2024
Nick responded to my request for quote to tear down and remove the contents of my garage within hours. He then came to the house evaluated the project and submitted a comprehensive quote which included asbestos testing. Once he received the asbestos clearance he started the job. He completed...
NCJ Construction Concepts
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Reviewed in March 2022
in first time i call Fire Water Pros they were very kind in finishing my work and very respectful and very professional in getting my work done in time thank Fire Water Pros
Fire Water Pros
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Reviewed in February 2019
the first visit for the installation went very well. The technician, Jordan, was an excellent installer. Unfortunately, we required a second visit to replace the fan motor, since it was faulty, and was vibrating our whole house. After a bit of resistance from one of the customer service...
S.W.A.T. Environmental NY
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Reviewed in July 2018
Work was done professionally as was cleanup. We have had a great rain this week and the drain is functioning properly. The real test will be during the rains next Spring.
Modern Scapes and Hydroseeding
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Reviewed in June 2014
John is clearly experienced and by the end of the 3.5 hr inspection he was sweating bullets! I come to appreciate the job of a home inspector because it's so physically demanding! <br /> John produced a report that shows all the big (roof leak!) and small issues (carpet too high, prevents door...
Reliable Home Inspection Service
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Reviewed in October 2012
I was well pleased. I called them in the morning and they came out that afternoon. They did their initial testing to find the levels. They talked to me immediately there after. We discussed price and I agreed to it and they did the work the next day. They were very efficient and very convenient....
Professional Home Inspection Service
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Reviewed in August 2012
ACM was recommended to me by a coworker who has had him do a lot of work over the years. Tony runs the business and typically does all of the work, plus usually brings a helper. He was a great guy and did excellent work for an excellent price. I won't even call anybody else next time - Tony...
Acm Appliance Repair Service
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Reviewed in October 2010
I had Expediant come and test my crawspace for mold. They told me, in total, I would need to spend $12,000. in removal and remediation. I had 2 other companies come test, and NO mold was found. I do NOT recommend this company.
Expediant Environmental Solutions, LLC
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Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

While a professional can always help, there are some common plumbing culprits you can check yourself to see if you can find the sewer gas smell. For example, you should check your water traps, sometimes called P-traps and S-traps, which are located under sink, shower, and laundry drains. The wax ring beneath the base of your toilet, which creates a watertight seal with the plumbing, could also have gone bad.

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.

Typical methods for asbestos removal include encapsulation, enclosure, and complete removal.

Professional testing is advisable to ensure safety regulations are met, and accurate results are obtained using certified methods.

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