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>

Is asbestos commonly found in older homes?

• <div><p>Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since. </p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2026
Mecabe Plumbing has always been very responsive, is fair, and does very nice work. We have been using him for years.
Mecabe Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Very pleased. Will absolutely call Joe for all of our plumbing issues.
Drain Away Plumbing/Heating
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Reviewed in February 2023
Anthony did a fabulous job of replacing 3 old turn off valves that had seized up, as well as installing 2 new kitchen faucet stems and an O-ring. He always called to confirm his arrival and was very professional and conscientious in his work. He checked all his repairs multiple times and was...
Empire Plumbing & Drain
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Reviewed in July 2022
Very pleased with the results and the actual entire process. It took longer than expected but the results were definitely worth it. The crew were professional and respectful at all times. We will definitely use them again.
All In One Construction NY, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
I highly recommend Stone Ridge Excavation. I had an urgent failure with my older sceptic system and Stone Ridge responded to my call extremely quickly. George and the team carefully isolated the deficiencies using various testing tools and technology, and promptly enhanced the leach field and...
Stone Ridge Excavation
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Reviewed in November 2021
I had low water pressure from my well pump. HVWPS arrived on time, tested the system, identified the age of the system, gave me options to improve the system pressure including replacing the tank/pump. I decided to replace the tank/pump. HVWPS had the replacement tank on their truck and were...
Hudson Valley Well Pump Services, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
Very prompt; did a great job replacing the toilet. Will hire again
Hudson Valley Handyman
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Reviewed in July 2019
Solution oriented approach to water softener system problem. Didn t try to sell me something I didn t need. Very through testing and extremely knowledgeable. Ask for Brian as the Technician.
Aquascience of New York, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2019
The inground pool that came with the house we bought failed and leaked from day one. The company that installed the pool refused to acknowledge the pool had a problem even though it was plain to see the drain was sinking. After testing and discovering the pool leaked just as we suspected that...
JHS Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2018
I would be remiss if I didn't warn others about some of their practices or scare tactics they employ to acquire business. My experience with Everdry was terrible and found them to be unprofessional, unforthcoming, and dishonest. I had the company come out to give me a quote for traces of...
Everdry Waterproofing of Cincinnati
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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.

Since the EPA partially banned asbestos in 1989, it is no longer used to manufacture new siding in the United States; production had largely ceased by the early 1980s. Many other countries, such as Canada, Iceland, and Denmark, also have bans on asbestos. However, asbestos siding is still present in many homes built before the late 1980s. The only definitive way to know if your siding contains asbestos is to have it professionally lab-tested.

Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since.

Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

Asbestos was commonly used in cloth wiring, but not all types of cloth wiring contain it. The age, condition, and appearance of the wiring can provide clues as to whether asbestos is present or not, but the only way to know for sure if the wiring has asbestos is to have it tested.

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