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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Q: What should you do if you are exposed to asbestos?

• <div><p>Do not panic if you are exposed to asbestos. The illnesses associated with asbestos exposure are rare. If you are concerned about exposure, talk to your doctor, especially if you are having any respiratory symptoms, such as coughing or difficulty breathing. They may recommend imaging to get a view of the insides of your organs and determine if scarring or growths are present.</p></div>

Q: Are there safety concerns with older popcorn ceilings that contain asbestos?

• <div><p>Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.</p></div>

Q: Is it legal to cover asbestos tile?

• <div><p>In most cities, it isn&rsquo;t legal to cover asbestos tile. This is because it&rsquo;s difficult for the average homeowner to know if they&rsquo;re causing fibers to become airborne. While there is a method of sealing the asbestos in place&mdash;called encapsulation&mdash;this needs to be done by a pro, and isn&rsquo;t appropriate for all situations. </p></div>

Q: How can I save money on asbestos removal?

• <div><p>Since DIY asbestos removal isn&rsquo;t the best option to save money, there are other steps that you can take to help cut costs when dealing with this project. After speaking with your asbestos removal expert, discuss if encapsulation is an option. If it is, you can save between <b>15% to 25%</b> on overall project costs over demolition and disposal. In addition, when speaking with your professional, discuss if there are any tax credits available for your removal project. Finally, check with your homeowner&rsquo;s insurance to see if any removal costs might be covered. However, be aware that this is usually only applicable if the asbestos is due to a covered incident, like a tree falling into your roof. </p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2025
Christopher and his wife did an outstanding job with the snow (and ice) removal. They were very responsive, friendly, and hard workers. Very reasonable in their charges. We intend to have them back this summer for some construction services.
CPR Restorations VT
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Reviewed in February 2024
I was very impressed with this company. They expanded my driveway and added pavers around the edges, by completely removing the old driveway, expanding it, and even ran drain pipes from the house to the road. They were very efficient, neat, and cleaned up after the project was complete. The...
Ellite Construction Masonry
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Reviewed in June 2023
This company took down eight large trees very close to my home without damaging a thing. Everything was removed per my request. It is so rare to find a company that does the job on time, at budget and cares about the quality of their work.
A&G Logging & Excavation, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
He was prompt, friendly, courteous and cleaned up my yard very well. I would highly recommend him if you need junk removal from your yard
Junk-Out-Dawgs LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Nilton is quite knowledgeable about trees and health of trees. I have used him for landscaping, tree trimming and removal, stump grinding and tree planting. He and his crew are very professional, work efficiently and he charges a very fair price for his work. He makes sure the area is clean...
Paradise Landscape & Tree Removal
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Reviewed in October 2017
The men from Claremont Glassworks did an excellent job when I had my garage doors replaced. They were on time, professional, and polite. They had both doors removed, and new ones replaced, plus two new garage door openers installed, in only a couple of hours. Great doing business with them
CLAREMONT GLASSWORKS
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Reviewed in May 2015
The work was done excellently! Paul and his workers came on time, were very efficient and very, very clean. For the type of work---old cracked liner removed, chimney cleaned and relined there was not a spot of dirt anywhere when they left. They were very nice to work with and I would call...
Chimney Savers Builders Inc
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Reviewed in September 2011
Showed up on time -- plumber and helper. Stuck with the job until it was complete ( replace all old galvanized pipes). Used them again when the hot water heater gave out several months later. (I was not present for that job). They did not bring the equipment to remove the old heater to the...
Tony Herce Plumbing
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SERVPRO of Windham & Windsor Counties

24 Cemetery Rd

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24 Cemetery Rd

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58 years of experience

As a trusted leader in the restoration industry, SERVPRO of Windham & Windsor Counties provides 24-hour emergency service and is dedicated to being faster to any size disaster. We can respond immediately to your emergency and have the expertise to handle your restoration or cleaning needs.

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We are a family owned and operated small business. We strive for highest work quality and customer satisfaction.

Asbestos Removal questions, answered by experts

Do not panic if you are exposed to asbestos. The illnesses associated with asbestos exposure are rare. If you are concerned about exposure, talk to your doctor, especially if you are having any respiratory symptoms, such as coughing or difficulty breathing. They may recommend imaging to get a view of the insides of your organs and determine if scarring or growths are present.

Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.

In most cities, it isn’t legal to cover asbestos tile. This is because it’s difficult for the average homeowner to know if they’re causing fibers to become airborne. While there is a method of sealing the asbestos in place—called encapsulation—this needs to be done by a pro, and isn’t appropriate for all situations.

Since DIY asbestos removal isn’t the best option to save money, there are other steps that you can take to help cut costs when dealing with this project. After speaking with your asbestos removal expert, discuss if encapsulation is an option. If it is, you can save between 15% to 25% on overall project costs over demolition and disposal. In addition, when speaking with your professional, discuss if there are any tax credits available for your removal project. Finally, check with your homeowner’s insurance to see if any removal costs might be covered. However, be aware that this is usually only applicable if the asbestos is due to a covered incident, like a tree falling into your roof.

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.

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