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>

Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-asbestos.htm">how to clean asbestos</a> safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.</p></div>

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I was extremely happy with the Quality Air Test that Mr Clark provided. It was reasonably priced and done effectively and efficiently… Results were received in a timely manner as he explained. He answered any questions I had and was professional and polite… I highly recommend HASS Consulting…
HASS Consulting LLC
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Reviewed in July 2019
My home was inspected by Precision Home Inspections, and I was not satisfied. I toured a bit with the inspector, and noticed that during the inspection there were pans being stored in the oven. I did not try to turn the oven on, but I should have, I trusted the inspector to check everything, and...
Precision Home Inspections
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Reviewed in November 2017
We live in Texas, but our adult daughter, who lives in Memphis, had mold concerns at her apartment so we hired Mold Remediation & Testing Experts. Steven Brown was very professional, thorough, and prompt with service and returning phone calls. We highly recommend Steven Brown with Mold...
Mold Remediation & Testing Experts
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Reviewed in August 2015
They were very professional, very knowledgeable. The professional had to travel a bit and was consciences to do the testing. He made sure to remove the testing piece form a hidden spot so it wasn't obvious.
AAA Remediation, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2014
Backflow Testing, July 2013 I called Splash for a quote on Backflow Testing. The price was very reasonable and less than we had been paying. I waited about 6 weeks and called back in a panic to schedule service-- our water was scheduled for cutoff in 4 days because we hadn't gotten around to...
Splash Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2012
I discovered the leak and called Ray E. Baker. They stated that they could be there in the some time after noon. I came home, and, as I waited for them, I began digging to find the leak. The plumber arrived around 4:00 and started the repair. He was there for about one hour, and, stated that...
Ray E Baker Heating Plumbing & Cooling
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Reviewed in July 2011
Needed a company to perform backflow certification of my home irrigation system. Keithley representative showed up as promised but said they couldn't complete testing due to leaky valve. Representative promised to order parts and rebuild the valve. A week or so later I noticed that the valve...
Keithley Irrigation & Lighting
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Reviewed in September 2006
We had our soil tested before a new fertilization regime. Generally, they come once a week and cut the grass if needed and do all the weeding plus trim some shrubs if needed. They will do any extras if you want them to. The service is great and we are pleased with their lawn service.
TruGreen Lawn Care - 5773
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Unfortunately, asbestos is not easily identified and can often be hidden in plain sight in your home. While it can look like fluffy fibers, tiny pieces can also appear in materials like plastic or cement, making it impossible to identify on your own properly.

Plus, since asbestos is so dangerous when disturbed, you should never root around to try and find it. This job is best for a professional who can test for the material properly.

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.

Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn how to clean asbestos safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.

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.

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