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>

Do all popcorn ceilings have asbestos?

• <div><p>No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.</p></div>

Is asbestos commonly found in older homes?

• <div><p>Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since. </p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2025
Update 1/30/25 Anthony & Sylvan had a leak detection company come and locate the leak with a camera. The leak is in the piping from the pool to the pump. They said they would cover the cost of the camera detection, but fixing the leak my responsibility. Mind you my pool is 3 years old and...
Anthony & Sylvan Pools
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Reviewed in April 2023
I have never worked with a company that kept me so in the loop with a technician coming out, thank you Brittny for such a great job keeping me informed. I took about 5 minutes explaining the problem to the technician and with his 40 years of experience, he immediately knew what the problem was,...
Amen Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2019
I think when they are tasked with stubborn stains they should do a test trial.
Always Green Cleaning
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Reviewed in March 2019
Paid extra $25 for a mold test. When received it was not my name or address on test document. I do not know if the test was from my residence or someone else.
Page Inspections Plus, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2017
They were the only company to recommend water testing. It proved beneficial as the first leak was infact related to the roofing material. The second spot was actually mortar related and not roof related. I appreciated their honesty and how they would evaluate and solve the problem. They fixed...
H & S Roofing & Gutter Company
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Reviewed in April 2016
Doug arrived at my home the very next day and installed a carbon filter for the entire home. He was very thorough and provided a written warranty and user packet with clear instructions. <br /> The results have been great!! No odors and no more water spots!! <br /> He returned two days later...
Doug's Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2016
The owner, Jon Eicher, was prompt given a very short timeline and when he discovered that the builder used an independent inspector advised me to save money by using their test results and not duplicate them. He showed that he had my best interests at heart.
Environmental Services Group Carolinas, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2014
This review is longer than most, but if you are considering hiring Stonehaven, I hope you will please take time to read my experience. During remodel at my home employees of Stonehaven Remodeling Services sanded the under flooring in my kitchen which contained ASBESTOS. Mr. Chris Chambers, owner...
Stonehaven Remodeling Services
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Reviewed in March 2014
Jamie & Chevis did great work for me that has passed the test of time. Work was done promptly and without the need of a call back. Two other plumbing contractors gave an estimate that included an expensive faucet replacement to repair the leak- when in fact the faucet only needed to be...
All About The Pipes Plumbing
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Reviewed in March 2014
Communication from start to finish was professional and prompt. I believe the advice received was honest and the cost was reasonable for the work involved. If I had it to do over again, I probably wouldn't have had the mold tested, but better safe than sorry. I would have them back next time...
Carolina Mold Experts
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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.

No, not all popcorn ceilings have asbestos, but a vast majority do. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned its use in 1973, although it still may have been used up through the early ‘90s. But, in general, homes built or remodeled before the early ‘80s likely utilized materials with asbestos. That being said, a professional test is the only way to determine for sure.

Asbestos is commonly found in certain older homes, depending on the time period in which they were built. Asbestos use in home construction began in the 1920s and peaked after World War II before being limited by legislation in the ’70s, so a house constructed in 1880 is unlikely to contain asbestos, while one built in 1950 is much more likely to. Research a home’s history to determine the time period when it was built and any renovations made since.

Asbestos testing is conducted by collecting samples from materials suspected to contain asbestos and analyzing them in laboratories for confirmed presence.

Damaged tiles can release asbestos fibers into the air. Anyone in the surrounding area who may inhale the fibers will have them settled in the lining of internal organs. Over time, it may lead to serious health conditions such as lung cancer and mesothelioma.

The only safe way to prevent these conditions is to avoid exposure to asbestos at all costs, even for a short period of time.

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