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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Cannot recommend enough. Our contractor helped us every step of the way and made our dream kitchen a reality! The team worked hard and completed the kitchen in less than 2 weeks. Exactly as discussed. Every detail was perfect and I would definitely use them again in the future!
Albolay General Services
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Reviewed in November 2024
The electrician was extremely helpful and did an amazing job. I highly recommend this company.
Invictus Electric Service Company LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
The guys did a great job and were very efficient. They did it all exactly how I asked.
Squirrel Tree Service and Stump
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Reviewed in November 2023
Stephen was great to work with on this project! He has excellent craftsmanship. We were very pleased!
King Project Solutions
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Reviewed in September 2022
I excellent project from start to finish! Professional company would recommend to everyone!
Power Home Remodeling
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Reviewed in April 2021
They were prompt, professional, courteous, knowledgeable about the hot tub electrical connection, and efficient. I will not hesitate to use them again or to recommend them to anyone!
James and John Quality Lawn Care
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Reviewed in June 2017
I was contacted by Bone Dry and made an appointment. The day of the appointment I received a call from the technician saying that the appointment had been scheduled incorrectly and that we needed to reschedule for two days later. I explained that I had a doctors appointment that morning and...
Bone Dry Roofing, Inc. - Nashville
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Reviewed in July 2015
AllStar took weeks to get the gate installed and even longer to get it working. When it failed recently, they wanted us to test and troubleshoot for them (which we did). They have yet to come and test it themselves but have suggested (from our troubleshooting) that the cost to repair it will be...
AllStar Fence, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2014
Jason responds to emails immediately, shows up promptly, produces test results quickly and is knowledgable about the work. I recommend them.
AAA Remediation, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2013
<p>This company was at my house because I noticed that my HVAC system never seemed to turn off. I then noticed that it was heating using auxiliary heat and not the heat pump which told me that the heat exchange system of the unit was not working for some reason. The first thing the very...
Mid-State Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing LLC
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It is strongly advised not to touch or disturb asbestos-containing materials unless necessary. Asbestos fibers can be released into the air when the material is damaged or disturbed, posing serious health risks if inhaled. It is best to leave any handling of asbestos to trained professionals who can remove the asbestos safely.

Since the EPA partially banned asbestos in 1989, it is no longer used to manufacture new siding in the United States; production had largely ceased by the early 1980s. Many other countries, such as Canada, Iceland, and Denmark, also have bans on asbestos. However, asbestos siding is still present in many homes built before the late 1980s. The only definitive way to know if your siding contains asbestos is to have it professionally lab-tested.

Typical methods for asbestos removal include encapsulation, enclosure, and complete removal.

Asbestos was commonly used in cloth wiring, but not all types of cloth wiring contain it. The age, condition, and appearance of the wiring can provide clues as to whether asbestos is present or not, but the only way to know for sure if the wiring has asbestos is to have it tested.

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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