Is it safe to cover an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div>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. </div>

Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-i-tell-if-house-has-asbestos.htm">Asbestos</a> can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:<ul><li>Acoustic ceiling tiles</li><li>Furnace insulation</li><li>Home appliances</li><li>Fire-retardant clothing</li><li>Cement pipe</li><li>Pipe insulation</li><li>Wall and ceiling insulation</li><li>Vehicle brake pads</li><li>Vinyl flooring</li><li>Sprayed acoustic ceilings</li><li>Stove insulation</li><li>Patching compounds</li><li>Textured paints</li><li>Roofing shingles</li><li>Siding</li></ul></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...
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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.

Asbestos testing takes place in two stages—collection and lab testing. Collection can take less than 20 minutes if a professional manages to get a direct sample. If air samples are required, then the pro will set up a testing device and return to collect it. In both cases, the sample is sent to a lab and results are confirmed or denied usually within one to two days.

A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won’t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed.

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.

Asbestos can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:

Acoustic ceiling tiles
Furnace insulation
Home appliances
Fire-retardant clothing
Cement pipe
Pipe insulation
Wall and ceiling insulation
Vehicle brake pads
Vinyl flooring
Sprayed acoustic ceilings
Stove insulation
Patching compounds
Textured paints
Roofing shingles
Siding

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