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>

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>

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Reviewed in April 2023
This National asbestos answers under 4 different names. The man that I originally spoke with was Randy, by picture he assured me it was asbestos!?!!!!!! The man thst actually did the work came with a shop vac, no plastic, no fans, no hazmat y. The SMELL 3 floors up was horrible and chocking...
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Reviewed in June 2021
Bactronix technicians Rob & Ken were knowledgeable and efficient. They performed a pre- and post-test to ensure the mold was remediated, and then they applied a cleaning product to remove as much staining as possible. This is the second service I've arranged with Bactronix and have been very...
Bactronix Corp
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Reviewed in July 2020
Keith and his team were great to work with. Needed relining done to pass my dye test. I was provided a list of plumbers to call for estimates on the job, it was an easy choice to go with Keith. From the start, he responded to my call quickly, come over that day to provide an estimate. His...
Keith Miller Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2020
As a Realtor who deals with a lot of contractors, I can certainly say Vince communicated amazingly. He did recommend a company to do the testing, since he does not. That company didn t feel the need to waste the Sellers money on testing when asbestos was evident via the inspectors photos. I...
Diversified Restoration Innovation, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2019
Came to the house day I called for service to complete testing. He was honest and fair with cost. I will use this company in the future
Home Team Properties, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2018
testing matched work done by independant lab. treatment was effective and through and carful. very happy.
Bactronix of Southwest PA
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Reviewed in March 2017
Was told to take off shower head and see if water pressure is strong from line- which was the case and we just replaced the shower head ourselves. He adjusted one toilet and replaced a valve on another. Was told to put bleach down the hole on the back side of the sink to see if odor goes away....
Sewer & Drain Specialist (Plumbers)
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Reviewed in August 2016
It passed the white glove test all the time, I never have to ask this company to redo or do over and I am a very picky person
Sandy's Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in October 2014
a professional . testing was for mold toxic materials.
Mold and Allergen Cleaning Services
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Many homeowners may never have to test their homes for asbestos. Asbestos particles are only dangerous if they become airborne. If you plan to do construction or notice damage to piping, siding, or drywall, you should hire a specialist to test for asbestos.

If you plan to remodel your home or have any concerns, you should have your home tested for asbestos just to be safe.

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.

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.

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

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.

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