Is it safe to cover an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

How long does it take for asbestos to harm you?

• <div><p>According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from <b>10 to 40 years</b> for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:</p><ul><li><p>Amount of exposure</p></li><li><p>Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers</p></li><li><p>Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos</p></li><li><p>Genetic factors </p></li><li><p>Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)</p></li></ul><p></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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Roofing Project. The sales rep was thorough in inspecting our roof as well as attic. He made recommendations and provided options. Project was scheduled and completed expediently. The roof looks good; not wishing for a deluge (of rain), this will be the test of workmanship.
Home Genius Exteriors
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Reviewed in October 2021
Most thorought. They saved me a lot of money and headache from occurring. I will always use them.
T K Home Inspection LLC
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Very professional & I am extremely satisfied with the results. 10/10, I would highly recommend!
Your Way Cleaning
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The experience i got from A Better Bath was amazing! The install process went great and those guys were exceptionally clean the entire process! We have another bathroom to get done and will definitely be using A Better Bath!
A Better Bath, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2019
I was impressed with this company and with "Rick" the man who did my testing. He did a complete examination with all the things he had told me would be done. Won't have the results for a few days but at least I will have peace of mind knowing I will know the results very soon. They came the...
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Reviewed in January 2019
Erie had a asbestos test submitted for testing and lucky for us all 6 samples came back negative so we didn't need removal services from Erie . They did great job...
Erie Environmental
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Reviewed in December 2016
The treatment plan was estimated at nearly $2000 (due to the size of our basement) - ouch!! After receiving the test results, they recommended NOT to proceed with treatment. They could not in good faith perform the treatment since our active spore count was within the normal range. What...
Green Home Solutions of Northeast OH
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Reviewed in December 2014
He spent quite a bit of time, asked a lot of questions and ran several tests. He explained everything and answered all my questions. He was not going to charge me, as we had him out for a well cleanout estimate. But we determined that it would not be necessary to do the cleanout at at this...
VALLEY WELL & PUMP SERVICE
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Reviewed in November 2014
Al and John arrived on time. They recommended I accompany them throughout the entire process of the inspection.I preferred they made inspection of each category singularly and discuss the results before going to the next category. This gave me time to think over what was explained to me and ask...
The Home Detective
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Reviewed in June 2014
Technician arrived punctually, tested and cleaned the unit to include noting the HEPA filter was okay. We have a supply of replacement HEPA filters on hand. I change these filters out myself at regular intervals following our Blind technician's training guidelines . <br /> Previously, Blind...
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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.

According to the National Cancer Institute, asbestos-related diseases can take anywhere from 10 to 40 years for symptoms to appear. The health risks increase with prolonged and heavier exposure. Risk factors also include:

Amount of exposure
Chemical makeup, size, and shape of the asbestos fibers
Length of time a person is exposed to asbestos
Genetic factors
Source of exposure (direct exposure or secondhand exposure from someone directly exposed)

Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.

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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