Can I clean an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-asbestos.htm">how to clean asbestos</a> safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.</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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Reviewed in November 2022
Dutton was fantastic to work with. I had him do an inspection and radon test on a home and I couldn’t be happier with the quality of the service he provided. He was extremely thorough, took lots of detailed pictures, answered all my questions in simple terms that I could understand, and produced...
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Reviewed in September 2022
Dave was very friendly, knowledgeable, and prompt. He did a home inspection, water test, and radon test for me and was quick to send the results when they were ready. He's a good professional to work with!
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Reviewed in July 2022
I had three separate issues that needed to be fixed. I had a leaking toilet,and two sinks that had the water supply reversed. Michael repaired all three problems in a timely manner. I was impressed with with his punctuality and courtesy.
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It was amazing to watch these guys work! Our call was returned, an appointment made and a plan discussed. They followed it to the letter and A great cleaning job to finish it off! Thank you
Highlander Tree Works
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I talked to 4 companies in the search for whole house filtration including culligan, pelican, aerus, and a plumber who would use a home depot (or other mainstream) product. Aerus understood my concerns, ran tests, reviewed water quality reports, and made a recommendation that made sense. Their...
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I had done extensive research on the options available and saw lots of comments about contractors not knowing how to properly install , program and test these systems. Bill Loshen did a very neat, flawless installation, spent considerable time programming the unit, tested it, and cleaned up the...
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.

It can be safe to live in a house with asbestos as long as the asbestos-containing materials are intact, in good condition, and not disturbed. Asbestos becomes dangerous only when its fibers are released into the air, which happens if the material is damaged, crumbling, or disturbed during renovation work. If you suspect asbestos is present, do not disturb it. Instead of removal, materials in good condition can sometimes be encapsulated. It is recommended to have regular professional inspections to monitor the condition of the asbestos and prevent health risks from potential exposure.

If you know your popcorn ceiling has asbestos, you should not attempt to clean it. It simply is not possible to learn how to clean asbestos safely without potentially releasing microscopic fibers into the air that could lead to severe illness in the future. Avoid disturbing or cleaning the ceiling until the asbestos removal company can get rid of the popcorn ceiling.

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.

Asbestos testing takes place in two stages—collection and lab testing. Collection can take less than 20 minutes if a professional manages to get a direct sample. If air samples are required, then the pro will set up a testing device and return to collect it. In both cases, the sample is sent to a lab and results are confirmed or denied usually within one to two days.

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