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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Culver’s Specialty Home Improvement did a fantastic job on my kitchen and bathroom. The team was very professional and respectful of my property. I would highly recommend their company for any size remodeling job.
Culver's Specialty Home Improvement, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
They were responsive, professional and very timely. They gave me a great quote and took care of several issues at one time. They also fixed a mess that a previous plumber had made. Highly recommend.
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The cleaners were prompt... very courteous and kind. I had a toilet repair done, they definitely provided a good service and performed great work!
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Very helpful and the results were delivered when promised
Rock Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
Great work. Bricks and driveways look so much better when they’re clean! The Water Worx team members are timely and courteous, too.
Water Worx Pros
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Trey was very respectful and worked around my busy schedule. He was able to get a mold test done for me quick.
Environmental Mold Solutions, LLC
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I didn't leave a review immediately after the roof was done because I wanted to let some time go by to test the quality of their work. It has now been 3-4 years since they did my roof. It was a steep pitch with three floors on one side. All shingles are still in place, there are no leaks...
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Mr. Key responded almost immediately to he job request on Home Advisor. He not only fixed the known issues with the sprinkler system but when testing the system he was able to show me a few other issues that had started over the winter. Price was very fair for the work and was done quickly. He...
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After purchasing the coupon on Angie's List I contacted the provider to discuss my issues, i.e the leaky tub faucet and kitchen faucet. Chris from Crew suggested I purchase new faucets for the bathroom and kitchen in case the issues were too extensive for just a repair. I had purchased another...
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Great job running through each water cycle to test for accurate water coverage, and the heads were3 working properly. 4-5 heads needed replacing, and we are set for spring! <br />
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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.

Do not panic if you are exposed to asbestos. The illnesses associated with asbestos exposure are rare. If you are concerned about exposure, talk to your doctor, especially if you are having any respiratory symptoms, such as coughing or difficulty breathing. They may recommend imaging to get a view of the insides of your organs and determine if scarring or growths are present.

If you own a stereo microscope, you should be able to see the fibers. The stereo microscope often can perform magnification up to 50x. But unless you have experience viewing asbestos fibers, you may not know exactly what you are seeing. Some fibers are curly, while others are long and straight. Blue, brown, white, and gray colored fibers are all possible.

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.

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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