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>

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>

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Excellent experience!!! Gary and his team handled EVERYTHING - from coordinating the soil testing and removal of the old heating oil to excavating the tank, getting the site inspected, and grading the lawn after the removal. Can't say enough about how responsive, professional, and...
Certified Environmental Drilling, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2022
Very rapid reply to request for quote. On time for inspection. Extremely well qualified. Thorough discussion of what needed to get done. Showed up on time to work on the remediation. Careful, considerate. Won’t accept payment until after the second test is back to insure remediation...
Radiant Home Inspections
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Reviewed in April 2019
We had a water line burst in our home and needed to test for and remediate any mold found. David was friendly, on time, and did exactly what he promised he would. Very fairly priced. Would recommend to others and use again.
Air Care Institute
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Reviewed in February 2018
Super easy to deal with and honest. I had the condo where I was moving tested for mold and Madison Taylor did the tests and e-mailed the results. He suggested duct cleaning but was honest and told me Madison Taylor would have to charge a lot due to the equipment they use and required re-testing....
Madison Taylor, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2017
Perfect! He performed the tests in the prescribed time frame and returned the results quickly and efficiently.
AK Pest Control CVA Inc
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Reviewed in February 2015
Excellant. No follow-up service was required. Work was completed within the estimated duration and cleanup was thorough and complete. He also reinstalled many drywall sections that were removed for piping access even though it was not part of his scope. Final pressure test was conducted on...
Fluvanna Plumbing Services
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Reviewed in March 2014
It was not clear if there was a leak or if the well had run its course and needed further attention or even a new one drilled. First, on the phone, they discussed what might be the problem; then they came out and found the leak promptly. It helped that the ground was muddy and it was easier to...
Foster Well & Pump Company Inc
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Reviewed in February 2013
Excellent. The house is 12 years old. It has had a sewer gas smell in the bathrooms since we moved in five years ago. We had previously paid a and quot;master plumberand quot; to locate the problem. He was unable to do so. Mr. Myers inspected the plumbing system and found that the two vent...
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Reviewed in January 2013
They were prompt, professional, and thorough in their review of the problem (results of a radon test revealing higher than acceptable levels of radon), coming up with a proposal for a radon mitigation solution, providing an estimate, accomplishing the work (blocking off possible radon entrances...
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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.

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.

Sampling typically takes 1-3 hours, and depending on the provider, lab results are available within 2-7 days.

Asbestos was most commonly produced and integrated into building products from the 1920s to the late 1980s. In reality, asbestos use should have ceased much sooner because asbestos was linked to cancer in studies produced as early as the 1950s. You can even extend that number past the 1980s due to stockpiled materials and because some countries treat asbestos use differently. It may also be found more in commercial applications than residential.

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.

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