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 November 2025
Spoke on the phone about the issue with my tub. He came out the following week and fixed the crack in my tub the same day. Professional , friendly and charged a fair price.
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Reviewed in November 2025
I was concerned about mold in my husband office building. They were helpful, knowledgeable, upfront about pricing and were able to come test his office the next day. If you are in need of this service I would highly recommend them.
Turn Key Home Inspections
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Reviewed in September 2024
Joe, the sales manager contacted me immediately off of Angieâ s list. He worked out a time schedule to come when my husband was home. When he walked into the house he immediately went to work testing the water. We discussed what was going on and he reassured me that he was they were gonna solve...
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Reviewed in July 2024
They are always professional and thorough. Highly recommended!
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Reviewed in September 2022
The worked that they did was exactly what we talked about. They were precise on thw measurement. They did quality work. All works went well.
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Adam, company owner did initial consultation and measurements, 3 days later the install was complete. We are thrilled with the job MrTint did! They were professional, immaculate, considerate and efficient... We would highly recommend them! Tinting makes all the difference in the world....
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John has completed the projects that were started. He has proven to be conscientious and a hard worker. I am pleased with what he has done. I apologize for any misconception of my previous review .
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Reviewed in August 2021
They hear what you need. They follow through and do research. They work hard and steady. The designer for the gardens knew her stuff and acknowledged my input and experience for my area. The crew was a great group of young men who took time for our questions and suggestions. The results were...
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Reviewed in May 2021
The Appt. was set for 10Am. and he was knocking on my door at !0Am. He brought everything he was going to need for inside work and completed that first. He then did the outside work and reset breakers, tested his work and brought in his vacuum and cleaned up after all was done. Very efficient...
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Reviewed in August 2019
I actually needed to have the same house inspected twice after our seller's failed to hire a licensed contractor to make repairs, and utilized a handy neighbor to make the required repairs instead. Ryan was so thorough, and in a case like ours (where we were spending more money in an area...
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No, but it’s common that they do. Gravity furnaces weren’t terribly efficient so wrapping either the ductwork in asbestos, the furnace itself, or both, was something done regularly. This allowed the system to retain more heat. At the time, this greatly enhanced the efficiency of the furnaces but it wasn’t until later that we became aware of just how carcinogenic and dangerous asbestos could be.

Epoxying over asbestos tiles is generally considered a safe option when done correctly. Epoxy acts as a sealant, encapsulating the asbestos tiles and preventing the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The key is ensuring that the asbestos tiles are in good condition, firmly adhered to the substrate, and not damaged or deteriorating. This method is only appropriate for tiles that are undamaged and securely in place. If the asbestos tiles are already loose, damaged, or deteriorating, encapsulating them with epoxy may not be a sufficient solution, as it might not address the potential for ongoing asbestos exposure.

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.

While asbestos can’t be directly absorbed through the skin—the fibers are too big—skin contact can still produce symptoms. Contact dermatitis can flare up in sensitive individuals but in most cases, the danger from asbestos comes from inhaling the fibers, or dust, that is produced when asbestos is disturbed. If you touch asbestos by accident, immediately wash yourself and your clothes.

It is not recommended to drill into asbestos siding because doing so can release hazardous asbestos fibers into the air. The safest way to handle asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate them.

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