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>

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Great communication before, during and after the work was done. Very pleasant to deal with, took the time to understand what I wanted done and executed flawlessly. Attention to detail was shown in every room. This one time cleaning is going to become a monthly cleaning. I highly recommend...
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Reviewed in October 2022
They were on time they assessed the work and got right to it. They were professional and courteous. The finished product was wonderful
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The plumber Mike was a great worker , everything was done, however it was more expensive than what I had expected.
My Plumber
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Reviewed in July 2022
Mr. Brown was very helpful, he was punctual, did not try to sell more than needed, and added the filter to my well quickly. He explained each step and even informed of a few things I was unaware of with my irrigation system. I would definitely recommend!!!
Red's Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
Very helpful and the results were delivered when promised
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Great work. Bricks and driveways look so much better when they’re clean! The Water Worx team members are timely and courteous, too.
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We live in a 55 year old house. A tree fell through the roof and drywall. The insurance company determined the drywall tested positive for asbestos. We were reimbursed by Allstate to remove the drywall. Not a spec of dust or dirt left behind. Really great experience.
A&A Asbestos Environmental, LLC
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We were extremely pleased with Alexander Roofing. We asked Steve to inspect and potentially begin repairs before we moved to town. He took pictures, called me with a detailed explanation of his findings, and provided a timely estimate. Steve's team began and completed the repairs timely and sent...
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The experience was great. The system was tested during a recent storm shortly after installation and it worked / resolved my garage/ basement flooding problems!!
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<p>I wish I could give this company an A+++ because they not only performed the work we agreed upon, but did so efficiently, checking in periodically to make sure their work met our expectations--in fact, they exceeded them--and I'm picky about our trees and the people we hire to do work at our...
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

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.

Whether or not to buy a home containing asbestos is ultimately a decision for the homebuyer, and there are several things to consider. When in good condition and contained, asbestos is unlikely to present a health risk—it’s when those tiny fibers are loose and airborne that they become a problem. Consider any renovations you plan on doing to the home that could disturb existing asbestos and the cost of removal. If an inspection finds asbestos in a home on the market, you could negotiate with the seller for a lower price, though this isn’t a sure thing.

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.

While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

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