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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Reviewed in April 2026
I used Vespene Radon Testing earlier this year and was very satisfied with the experience from start to finish. They were punctual, professional, and very knowledgeable on all things radon testing. Results came back quickly, which mattered to me as a parent of a young child. Having reliable...
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Reviewed in March 2021
I've used Kinnett before but for a more routine task of resolving a backed up toilet. I didn't write a review then simply because it was so routine, but this visit was much more challenging and I was very impressed, so a review is warranted. First, I had intended to have them come to do a spigot...
Kinnett Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2020
Tyriece Walker and his colleague, from 4 Service Pros, came out to my home to perform a smoke test due to a strong sewage smell in our home. They both made us feel comfortable by wearing mask and shoe covering for our protection. Then Tyriece and his colleague were able to quickly identify the...
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Reviewed in September 2018
I hire professionals for highly technical work but do most of my home projects myself. Knowing nothing about indoor air quality I reached out to a number of companies and decided on Dan Rudds company because he was highly rated in Home Advisor and he was the most affordable. Dan took the time...
Rudd's Indoor Environment
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Reviewed in December 2017
Provided all the feedback and data needed after the test in order make the decisions.
MoldGone LLC
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Reviewed in May 2017
They were extremely customer friendly and very flexible with scheduling. Everything was very easily handled via phone, email and text message. They technician was on time and the asbestos test results came back in 24 hours! I would highly recommend them and will use them again.
Boston Environmental and Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2017
Mario was informative about asbestos and explained the testing as well as what would happen if we needed to have asbestos removed.
Applied Restoration Group
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Reviewed in February 2017
The work was done quickly and professionally. The plumber tested the repairs upon completion and was careful to make sure I understood what had been done and that the repairs were effective.
F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
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Reviewed in November 2016
the work passed the mold inspector's tests, so that's terrific. It took two cleanings, but there was no charge for the second cleaning. Not getting it clean the first time is the only reason I marked Quality as a B, and ServiClean did explain the significant challenges they faced in the process,...
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Damaged tiles can release asbestos fibers into the air. Anyone in the surrounding area who may inhale the fibers will have them settled in the lining of internal organs. Over time, it may lead to serious health conditions such as lung cancer and mesothelioma.

The only safe way to prevent these conditions is to avoid exposure to asbestos at all costs, even for a short period of time.

You can tell if old flooring has asbestos if thick black flooring adhesive is underneath the tiles. However, homeowners should not cut into linoleum floors to look for this adhesive. Instead, hiring a specialist to test the floors is the only safe way to determine if old flooring has asbestos.

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.

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.

Because of the danger of inhaling asbestos fibers, figuring out through testing whether your popcorn ceiling contains asbestos is definitely worth it. If the popcorn ceiling texture has asbestos, remove it as soon as possible to keep your family safe. Any home built in or before the 1980s that has popcorn ceilings could have asbestos, necessitating testing. Asbestos carries several health risks for people who inhale it, including the increased chance of developing lung cancer in the future.

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