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>

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>

What year did they stop putting asbestos in linoleum?

• <div><p>Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.</p></div>

How do you identify asbestos tiles?

• <div><p>If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-tell-if-you-have-asbestos-floor-tile.htm">Asbestos tiles</a> can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.</p></div>

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The technician was experienced and knowledgeable. He was thorough in his work, which included testing, and gave helpful answers to my questions.
Green Box Mechanical
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Reviewed in August 2020
Quick in and out and tested both before he left on water pressure and leaking. Will be our plumbing service for sure. Got 4 bids and this was great
M P Plumbing Co
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Reviewed in January 2020
John was great. He was very flexible scheduling a time to do the test. He was thorough, listening carefully to where we had concerns about possible mold in the house and performing the test accordingly. He got our results back to us timely, with a very thorough report.
Clear Choice Home Inspections
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Reviewed in November 2018
Appreciated the rapid response and immediate follow up with testing. Nice, efficient technician did took the samples and I had the results within 24 hrs. I would definately recommend this company. Thank you for the referral.
PSR Environmental Consulting Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2017
Performed testing of irrigation system and house plumbing to determine if there was a leak.
Up A Creek Plumbing LLC
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Reviewed in May 2017
We had a 48 hour radon gas test...Sigman showed up on time, installed the teat equipment, explained the test, returned 48 hours later, again on time, to get the equipment and sent us our results by email within a few hours,
Sigman Home Inspection, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2017
Technician had to rearrange his schedule in order to fit me in. He did so and came on them and performed the required tests with utmost professionalism and courtesy.
Aire Serv of the Willamette
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Reviewed in August 2016
. Anderson pool did a leak test on my pool and they said the lines were good. No leaks. After they finished the pool the pool leaks. I called Anderson and they told me it was my problem. The tile lines are not straight. The color finish on the new deck has faded and the sub contractor refuses to...
Anderson Poolworks
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Reviewed in January 2016
Mold and toxic materials test
The Mold Reporters, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2016
They insisted there was no leak by just looking at it- no test. <br />
Speedy Glass
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Asbestos itself does not typically leak from a roof. However, if an asbestos-containing roof is damaged or deteriorated, it can release asbestos fibers into the air. This can occur when the roof is disturbed, such as during maintenance or repairs, or due to weathering over time. Exposure to airborne asbestos fibers can be harmful to health, so it is important to address any damaged asbestos roofs promptly and safely.

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.

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.

Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.

If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. Asbestos tiles can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.

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