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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Echochemdry was very punctual and did a great job, we had soda and food stains, we are very pleased and will use them again if we need to.
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Reviewed in February 2025
Juan and his team did a wonderful job. They did the grout around the tub and toilet. They pressure washed and repainted the whole house and it turned out awesome.
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Mike did an excellent and thorough home inspection. Heâ s extremely detailed, knowledgeable, and competent. Mike noted about $15,000 worth of issues another inspector missed, some apparently very obvious issues that should have been caught by any competent inspector, and some other less obvious...
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Reviewed in November 2023
Very professional. Arrived on time. Explained entire process before starting work. Kept me informed on when the results would be ready and called to let me know what the lab results were as soon as they arrived. Would recommend to anyone who is looking for asbestos testing! Would use them...
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The plumber was trying to be kind and professional and succeeding. In giving the senior discount he double checked his math. I feel confident we were given a competitive price.
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Professional, respectful, prompt and timely. Diagnosed the problem, rendered an immediate quote for the job and timeline to completion. Hired them and they showed up when they said they would, completed the job in a timely, consistent manner, cleaned up when finished, walk me through the work...
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I had 3 company quotes. Two submitted samples. Ben was not the cheapest, but we determined the final product was well worth the price. We reviewed two other jobs Ben had completed and both were ecstatic with the results. Ben researched to recommend the finish we desired and did four test samples...
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Overall, we were not happy. We were offered the option of performing a leak test to help diagnose the shower pan as the problem at the initial visit, however we were told this really was not necessary, so we did not do it. We were also told the test would take 24 hours; however, he was able to...
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Common areas include insulation, flooring, ceilings, and siding in older buildings. Professionals identify potential risks.

Asbestos is absolutely cancerous. In fact, around 4% of all lung cancer cases are the result of asbestos exposure. This is why we recommend a full, professional removal and cleaning of any asbestos found in your home. If you are unsure whether there is any present, you should call a pro who will inspect your property.

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.

Professional testing is advisable to ensure safety regulations are met, and accurate results are obtained using certified methods.

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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