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>

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>

What year did they stop putting asbestos in linoleum?

• <div><p>Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2021
Like others here this company was picked for me by a warranty service. Which I regret trusting both of them now. Issue was water heater related. Dude was running water to test stuff which is what one would expect. But what he neglected to tell me was that one of the sinks was mostly full of...
Sewer Medic
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Reviewed in April 2021
Great experience. They came on time, they were very professional and answered all my questions. They did me a great service. The lab called me and explained the report. They set me up with a knowledgeable tech that will work with me to set up a program to treat the house. The price included...
Mold Test Company TX
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Reviewed in June 2019
For anyone out there that is dealing with a potential mold problem, heed my advice. HIRE THIS COMPANY. I reached out to DCG and was instantly connected to their President, Shellie. She walked me through the processes of mold assessment and testing with the utmost level of assurance and...
DCG Environmental, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2018
I live in an apartment complex & they tried to take care of my problem. I did speak with Michael Machen with Applied Toxicology & he said that if I sent him a sample, he would test the mold & let me know what kind of mold I had in my a/c vents. But, I am yet to hear back from him. I'm...
Applied Toxicology
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Reviewed in August 2015
Liked having water tested for volatile Organics as this well is near gas fields and pipeline. Disappointed that Fluoride was not a standard item as it is easy to test for and can be high in ground water. Will have to get that tested elsewhere. <br />
Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc
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Reviewed in August 2014
I called Clearwater Plumbing on Friday afternoon about 4:30 PM. We set an appointment for the following Monday between <br /> 12:00 - 2:00 PM. Our technician phoned a little before 1:00 PM to let us know he was on the way. He arrived soon after. He checked our entire system and performed...
ClearWater Plumbers
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Reviewed in November 2013
Mark Lewis, owner of the business, responded immediately and was at our home within a couple of days. He was recommended to us by Calvary Custom Pools. We were losing water faster than we thought was normal. When all the tests showed there were no leaks, Mark educated us on the potential for...
LEAK PROFESSIONALS
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Reviewed in September 2013
The fellow explaning all the tests was very <p><strong>Enthusiastic !</strong></p> <br /> A water test explanation doesn't't get very exciting. My water was fine and he had no suggestions. <br />
Ecowater Texas
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Reviewed in October 2012
The schedule was all appropriately broken up into blocks of English then blocks of math and back again. The instructor did a fabulous job of explaining that the test is really about logic more than anything; it gave me a completely different way of looking at it and made the math much less...
College Prep Genius
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Reviewed in August 2009
They repaired the flushing mechanism on the commode in the master bathroom and then attempted to locate the cleanout in order to do the hydrostatic test. Landscaping I had added made the cleanout at the front of the house difficult to access so Deaton suggested they put an extension on the...
Deaton Plumbing
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Professional asbestos testers or environmental consultants are the best people to call to test for asbestos. An asbestos testing company specializes in collecting and analyzing samples and will be the most qualified to do the job for you. An environmental consultant may not specialize in handling asbestos, but should still have the knowledge and know-how to safely collect a sample and send it off for analysis.

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.

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.

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.

Most manufacturers stopped putting asbestos in linoleum before 1980 due to public concerns about its toxicity. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) didn’t ban asbestos-containing products until 1989, and a comprehensive ban was not announced until 2024. This means that homes built after 1989 may still have asbestos in their flooring.

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