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 February 2026
Haley and Lynn arrived when they said they would. They were professional and congenial. They did a great job cleaning my home. Kitchen and bathroom look great! The rest of the house looks fine as well. I am a satisfied customer and would not hesitate to hire them again.
Maid it up
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Reviewed in May 2025
The day I submitted my request, Chris responded right away. I was very happy with the job that he did. I needed a pipe and nozzle replaced for our outdoor spigot and all he needed were a couple of pictures of the parts in order to know what needed to be done. Chris, was very professional and...
CR Gregory Mechanical LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Excellent! They are so professional and thorough!
A&L Services LLC
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Reviewed in January 2020
He showed up and showed him to the bathroom. Not very big 11ft by 5ft. I told him what I wanted to have done. He said he had an electrician and a plumber so he could handle it. It was great seemed like he knew what he was doing. He gave me a quote for labor and trash removal. We where not able...
Marcone Construction, LLC
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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 March 2014
County's answering service was prompt and helpful in answering the phone after hours and taking a message. I did not request evening/weekend service as we could wait until morning, all I requested was a technician be scheduled in the morning. Soon after the message was left, I received a call...
County Plumbing and Heating
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Reviewed in March 2014
Chuck showed up, tested our appliance thoroughly, and diagnosed the problem. We expect the issue is resolved.
CHUCK'S APPLIANCE SVC
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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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Reviewed in February 2012
This was a great experience from start to finish! The gentleman (James) who came and looked at my house and then talked over the options was very low key, but very thorough in his explanations of the propane generators Reliant sells. Actually recommended that I not go with a whole house...
Reliant Electric Works
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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.

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.

The cost for asbestos testing typically ranges from $400 to $800. The final price depends on several factors, including the number of samples needed, the size and age of the property, and the professional's expertise required for comprehensive testing. Larger or older properties may have higher costs.

Testing is crucial to identify harmful asbestos fibers common in building materials from older properties, ensuring safe environments and health.

Knob and tube wiring is an older type of electrical wiring that's no longer used and generally not considered safe. However, some homes still have it, or may have a knob and tube wiring system that was incorrectly modified or rigged to work with a modern electrical system. Knob and tube wiring may contain asbestos insulation, but the only way to know is to have the material professionally tested.

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