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>

How do I report exposure to asbestos?

• <div><p>According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:</p><ul><li><p>Asbestos subject matter experts in your state </p></li><li><p>EPA regional office</p></li><li><p>Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone</p></li><li><p>EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2026
Thank you for finding this page! I am the owner of Liquid Stone, LLC. I have tried for several years to pull this account from Home Advisor, but they refuse to take it down. We do not book through Home Advisor nor any similar service. We did not write or upload any of the information on this...
Liquid Stone, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Excellent work! Done professionally and quickly. Will definitely continue to use Northern Oakes!!!
Northern Oakes Property Management LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Excellent! They were quick but thorough. The estimate I received was what I paid when the work was done. This company is all about providing excellent customer service.
Advantage Roofing Inc
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Reviewed in September 2021
I am leaving this review as a real estate agent who has worked with Liberty Home Inspections on a few occasions. I continue to recommend LHI to my clients who are in need of inspections, water testing, and/or water testing. Tyler is so thorough and extremely well liked by everyone who hires him.
Liberty Home Inspections Vermont
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Reviewed in March 2021
We have hired Signature Tradesman to redo our bathroom. We have not started yet on our remodel, but we hope it is starting soon. We really liked Jermaine from the first time we were introduced. We have also heard great things about his work. Once he and his team have completed our remolded bath,...
Signature Tradesman, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2018
Reliant Electric serviced my Generac backup generator when it started running continuously even when grid power was working. Nate spent about an hour on a snowy day diagnosing the problem which turned out not to be the “usual” cause, a blown fuse. In the end, he determined that there was a short...
Reliant Electric Works
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Reviewed in February 2016
The kit was sent in a timely fashion. I put it in the basement for 48 hours. I sent the sample in for analysis. I received a report back with the test results in a timely manor by both email and USPS. <br />
Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc
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Reviewed in May 2014
We hired a local plumbing and heating professional to install a <strong>Daikin air conditioning/heating system </strong>in our home in May of 2013. The cost of the equipment and labor totalled close to $13,000. Air conditioning was perfect; when it came time to switch to supplemental heating in...
Daikin Manufacturing
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Reviewed in January 2014
The technician, Caleb, called about 20 minutes before he arrived to let me know he was almost to my home in Grand Isle. It was his second service call of the day and he was at my house around 10:30 AM. <br /> When he arrived he introduced himself and made chit chat while I led him downstairs to...
Chuck's Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
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Reviewed in December 2013
My pump alarm went off at 6:30 AM. I called Pand P at 7:30 AM and they were here by 9 AM (happened to be in the area anyway). The technician very neatly removed both the septic tank and pump station covers. He identified that the pump was not functioning, so he called in for a second group to...
P & P Septic Service
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

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.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), you should contact the following officials to report a case of asbestos exposure:

Asbestos subject matter experts in your state
EPA regional office
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Assistance Information Service Hotline via mail, email, or phone
EPA’s Asbestos Ombudsman via phone or fax

Asbestos is a carcinogen, meaning it increases the risk of cancer. Inhaling asbestos fibers is linked to several respiratory issues, including asbestosis, or scarring on the lungs, lung cancer, and mesothelioma, another type of cancer. There's also a link between asbestos exposure and an increased risk of colon cancer and other cancers of the digestive system.

Usually, the people most at risk for disease related to asbestos exposure are those who spend a lot of time working around the material without protection. Electricians who work with asbestos wire have a higher risk of developing mesothelioma or lung cancer due to their exposure.

Regulations require certified professionals for removals and disposal in compliance with local and federal guidelines, ensuring safety and legality.

Costs depend on property size, test types, and additional services like mold sampling.

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