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>

What does asbestos do to humans?

• <div><p>When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.</p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2020
Everything was done as stipulated in the quote. The new mold test was excellent with no mold showing.
Advantaclean of Greater Cincinnati
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Reviewed in March 2018
Arrived an hour late, but did respond to follow up questions we had and performed testing quickly.
Stay Dry Waterproofing, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2017
It went great. Hot Water Tank flush went fine; I was concerned the installer Lowes sent out substituted copper connections with out my input was inappropriate. Ammar explained the copper connection was best and the copper connectors were expertly installed and soldered. Ammar advised me on the...
Eco Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians
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Reviewed in July 2017
They broke the pricing down to testing different components of the system. If I would have tested the entire system, it would have cost over $1000. Every single component and they broke it down to three components, I would have said, "let's test the system". They didn't offer a dye in the...
KNOW heating
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Reviewed in April 2016
When they show up I showed them where I needed the new gas line there got right to work after the gas line was put in they test to make sure there were no leaks in the lines and not just the line they put in the whole house which I was glad he did they found one by our water tank and fixed it...
Mr. Mechanical LLC
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Reviewed in February 2016
The technician who tested & repaired my gas lines was very thorough and professional. He explained each step of the process and what exactly he was looking for. The leak he discovered was very small (he was surprised the gas company noticed it), and quite inconveniently located. Regardless, he...
The Waterworks
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Reviewed in August 2015
Excellent customer service. Patrick met us at our house and informed us that what we had was in fact asbestos tape. He even looked in our attic to confirm we did NOT have asbestos insulation. He said he knew it was asbestos but I wanted to have it tested just in case. He gave me the information...
North American Environmental Services
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Reviewed in April 2014
Technician came out within the scheduled appointment window. He spent about an hour working to unclog the drain using multiple methods/tools: hand, shop-vac, small snake, then finally a large snake. He was able to get the large snake through a few feet, but kept hitting roots and eventually...
The Drainworks
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Percolation Tests FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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, 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.

When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.

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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