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>

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>

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Reynolds Electric, Plumbing, Heating and Air
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Reviewed in November 2025
Tim from Spring Well Plumbing installed two faucets in the kitchen and bathroom and had to replace two shutoff valves which no longer worked. He did a great job in less than 2 hours. The price was very reasonable and I would hire him again in a minute.
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Reviewed in August 2025
I would highly recommend using Ugly Duck home inspection. Very professional and knowledgeable in what to look for. They are there to do the right thing and very thorough in the inspection. If you need an inspection this is the company to use. You will be happy with the results. I’m thankful we...
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Reviewed in August 2023
I would recommend Burrell Tile. Their workers are professional and they did a fabulous job.
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Jerid Strasheim and S4 Excavation are a top-notch professional operation. We had them regrade and install Geocells on our old gravel driveway. They explained the process and costs very clearly, arrived at the time promised, worked diligently and made sure we were fully satisfied with the job...
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Reviewed in June 2023
I've always used Stanley Steamers, but they've gotten so expensive. This guy did the same rooms plus our hallway for $100 less than Stanley. The work was just as good. It did take him a bit longer because he didn't have a partner but he vacuumed before he shampooed too. All in all I'll be using...
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Reviewed in June 2023
Angi wants a work quality rating before work has been done and won't let you skip that question.
HAYS HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC
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Reviewed in July 2021
Terra Nova recently performed a backflow test on our sprinkler system. While delivering the document showing the results of the test to my wife, the representative mistook my last name - it was misspelled on his document - to be pronounced QAnon. Despite being corrected regarding his error, he...
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BUYER BEWARE!!! WAY OVER QUOTES-Astronomical prices on parts!!! Talked to owner initially, quoted me $440.00 for "everything" on the radiator change. Oil change-quoted $48.00 for no name synthetic oil, 5.00 for filter and $10.00 for change. $15.00 if I provided my own oil. I decided to provide...
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It went very good. We had a very good experience with them. They were very helpful. They tested the ducting to see if we had leaking duct work. So then they came back to seal it and insulate it. They were here a couple times.
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Homes built before the 1990s may contain asbestos, but the only way to be sure is to have your home tested. Hire an asbestos testing and removal service to determine whether you have the hazardous material in your home and the best process for removing or sealing it.

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)

Federal law doesn’t require homeowners to disclose the presence of asbestos in their home, but some states and local municipalities may require it. That is why it’s important to test an older home for asbestos and other health hazards before moving forward with a sale.

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