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>

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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Reviewed in May 2024
Mr. Gorman was professional and thorough. He did a blower door test on my house and identified several air leakage points that lowered my energy efficiency. He pointed out where I could mitigate leakage, ranging from the most easily done to the more challenging. After I sealed several of the...
Benjamin Gorman
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Reviewed in October 2022
Their team consistently got things done in a timely manner. They took care of the work on numerous occasions. They are our goal for all of our testing and Abatement needs.
ATEZ, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2022
He failed to inform me of peak times to test for mold. It was more important to take my money than to get the best accurate readings. He did not take infrared images either that he talked about. He was very nice, but I was disappointed having gone with the long term expert. The prime time to...
Fastrak Oregon, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2017
Testing and information received was satisfactory.
Lodge Environmental Inc
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Reviewed in June 2017
Scott Hanson, the serviceman, was professional, courteous, and thorough. He tested all the wiring and internal parts. Gave a good description of the condition of my heatpump.
Marshall's Inc
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Reviewed in December 2015
<p>Kitchen faucet broke Sunday night. Called first thing Monday morning at 0800 to see if they could come. To my pleasant surprise I was told I would be the first person one of their crews would come to between then (0800) and 1000; they were resupplying their truck. At 0835 the phone rang and...
Petersen Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2015
<p>Kevin was knowledgeable and considerate. All work was completed as scheduled and within the agreed cost. He went to the trouble to keep one bathroom functioning at all times, which meant more work and scheduling for him. Kevin was very patient with my questions and explained what needed...
KT Whiting Construction LLC
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Reviewed in May 2015
A date was set up for installation and they called us when they were on the way. Friendly people, excellent job done carefully, and they cleaned up their mess, what little mess there was. <br /> Of course the real test was rain! We've had some downpours since they were here and it all works...
EXPERT RAIN SYSTEMS
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Reviewed in February 2014
Told me all done. Kept smelling oil. Went back. Said I need a dye added to oil so they could find out if other leaks. Wanted $149 for that. Left and went to another repair shop. They did the dye test for $49 and they had to fix three additional leaks for $555. Asked why Prarie Road didn't...
Prairie Road Automotive
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Reviewed in September 2013
I needed a well water quality test done for a house re-finance. I called this service because they were the company that put the well in several years ago. I had talked to 2 other companies before calling Alpine so I was knowledgeable of the answers when I called Alpine. When I got to the...
Alpine Pump Inc
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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.

Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.

Costs depend on property size, test types, and additional services like mold sampling.

Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

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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