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>

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Reviewed in November 2025
Alaert! I hired this company to test the air in my detached garage and paid $600 for the mold test. The results showed Cladosporium, which is one of the most common molds found both indoors and outdoors. What I didn?t expect was the remediation proposal that followed: over $45,000 in recommended...
Certified Mold Removal Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2024
This family-run, local electrical company gave me a great deal on my hot tub wiring and installation, were able to complete it in one day and were lovely to be around. They tested the hot tub when they were done and everything worked flawlessly. I will be calling them again when I need them.
Hughes Electrical Innovative Current Specialists
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Reviewed in July 2021
The folks at Fronheiser provide free testing of your pool water samples, will prescribe necessary chemicals, and of course will sell those chemicals to you. What’s special about this place for me is that we just had our pool replastered and for warranty purposes we had to get water samples...
Fronheiser Pools
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Reviewed in March 2019
Penn Radon Solutions always does a great job doing testing and installing mitigation systems for me, and my clients. Jim is fairly priced and offers reliable service.
Penn Radon Solutions
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Reviewed in August 2018
Chip was came highly recommended from the company that did my water test and their recommendation was spot on. Chip explained the process to me and went over cost. The work I needed done had a short timeframe and Chip made it a priority, got the work done quickly and did not sacrifice quality....
H2o Solutions
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Reviewed in April 2018
Thank you to the Advanced Water Resources team for all your due diligence and answering all of my questions and walking me through the entire process to fix and improve our water supply. I would recommend this company to anyone for any of their water treatment needs. It all started with an...
ADVANCED WATER RESOURCES INC
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Reviewed in October 2017
Mr. Angelucci was my instructor , not only was he kind, funny and personable but he knows what he’s doing ! After a single lesson he made me feel confident enough for my test , and I pass with a perfect score. He gets an A in my book ??
Blue Bell Driving School
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Reviewed in February 2017
He was on time, and very helpful with any questions we asked. No mold test was provided, because he didn't visually detect any. We were relieved to say the least! We may be hiring PA Basement Waterproofing, Inc. in the very near future to waterproof our basement. I'm unable to rate...
PA Basement Waterproofing, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2015
It went as well as could be expected. Cost more because I used a drain cleaner that had hydrocloric acid in it. Not sure how he would have been able to tell other wise only for the fact that I was honest about what I used. He thought he had it clear but tested and he didn't like how it was...
Robinson Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2014
KEYSTONE INSPECTION SERVICES IS A GREAT AND PROFESSIONAL COMPANY. I PLACED A REQUEST FOR AN INSPECTION AT 1900 ON A MONDAY NIGHT AND RECEIVED A PROMPT RESPONSE BY 0800 THE NEXT MORNING. KEYSTONE WAS ALSO ABLE TO INDEPENDENTLY ARRANGE MY INSPECTION FOR WEDNESDAY AT 1230 WITH LESS THAN 48HR...
Keystone Inspection Service
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Percolation Tests FAQs, answered by experts

You can tell if old flooring has asbestos if thick black flooring adhesive is underneath the tiles. However, homeowners should not cut into linoleum floors to look for this adhesive. Instead, hiring a specialist to test the floors is the only safe way to determine if old flooring has 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.

Testing and analysis take 10 days to 2 weeks. Expedited services are available for urgent situations typically requiring higher fees.

Mold, VOCs, radon, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter are typically measured.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

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