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>

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Last update on May 18, 2023

Reviewed in May 2023
A very positive experience. Came when they said they would. Were very efficient and effective and worked quickly. Answered all my questions. I would send these workers to my momâ s home for plumbing problems.
Page Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2020
Had my house tested for Radon gas. It passed inspection.
Elevation Home Inspection, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2017
I put in a request on HomeAdvisor late at night for emergency plumbing repair at my dad's house: broken toilet, broken kitchen sink, and potential problems in the basement pipes. Dave, the owner of Royal Plumbing called me back within 30 minutes! We set up an appointment for the next day...
Royal Plumbing & Heating Services
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Reviewed in July 2017
They helped me determine that I didn't need asbestos testing and saved me a lot of money!! So impressed with the integrity and professional service.
Asbestos Abatement Services
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Reviewed in June 2017
Showed up on time and finished on time. Clean professional installation. Lines were leak tested and completed efficiently. I will use again.
A. Poll Plumbing, LLC.
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Reviewed in June 2016
We are thrilled with the result. We were looking at tearing out the mold and rebuilding it which was going to take a lot of time and be costly. We were referred to The Mold Removal guy by our real estate agent and thought it might be too good to be true compared to our other options but...
The Mold Removal Guy
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Reviewed in August 2014
Things went great actually and they were really good. There was no charge because they just came out and looked at it. They were just timely and very friendly. They moved quickly throughout and just very professional. I chose them to have a look at the mold testing because of their ratings.
AAA Restoration Emergency
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Reviewed in December 2013
When I scheduled my appointment I was told that a 19 point inspection would be done which would include changing or leaving a filter if mine was clean; checking gas pressure; doing a CO (carbon monoxide) reading; checking blower motor; checking for gas leaks; vacuuming out unit; and several...
Scott Hale Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in August 2013
This is a relatively simple operation, and I've had it done a few times in the past. This is almost always a one man operation, and here's what it involves: 1.) Remove a drain cleanout plug. 2.) Insert the auger line and run the line out about 75 ft, and bring it back in. 3.) Replace the plug....
Robert W Speirs Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in November 2009
JC Testing and Service winterized our home sprinkler system. They were punctual, courteous and professional. We will definitely use them again for this and other projects in the future.
J & C Testing and Service, Inc.
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Asbestos has many beneficial properties, including fire resistance, strength, and chemical resistance. It is also an excellent insulator, which is why it was used in pipe insulation and other building materials for decades. For all its benefits, asbestos is dangerous for human health, which is why it was eventually banned from use in certain products.

Vermiculite insulation that comes from a particular mine before 1990 is likely to contain asbestos. This is particularly true in the U.S. However, not all types of vermiculite insulation contain asbestos. Since you can't detect the presence of asbestos without special equipment, it's best to assume that the insulation contains the dangerous mineral and to either leave it alone or hire a professional to handle it.

When learning how to test for asbestos in a popcorn ceiling, you have an option for a DIY job or to hire a professional tester. You can purchase a kit at a hardware store and use personal protective equipment while doing the test. If you don’t want to risk any potential exposure to asbestos, hire a professional asbestos testing company instead.

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.

Costs depend on the number of samples, property size, and lab processing fees.

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