Is it safe to cover an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div>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. </div>

Where would asbestos be in my home?

• <div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-can-i-tell-if-house-has-asbestos.htm">Asbestos</a> can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:<ul><li>Acoustic ceiling tiles</li><li>Furnace insulation</li><li>Home appliances</li><li>Fire-retardant clothing</li><li>Cement pipe</li><li>Pipe insulation</li><li>Wall and ceiling insulation</li><li>Vehicle brake pads</li><li>Vinyl flooring</li><li>Sprayed acoustic ceilings</li><li>Stove insulation</li><li>Patching compounds</li><li>Textured paints</li><li>Roofing shingles</li><li>Siding</li></ul></div>

Do I have to worry about a new popcorn ceiling having asbestos?

• <div>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. </div>

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Reviewed in January 2025
Poorly Service not in accordance with code. Poor service slow non responsive and unacceptable quality, System not tested and leaked. I would not use this plumber.
Midwest Plumbing
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Reviewed in October 2021
Paul returned my call within a minute of my request and was able to do the testing ASAP which was very important to me! I also received the results within a few days along with excellent recommendations on how to keep our home free of mold and toxins. I highly recommend Paul and 911Moldtest!
911 Mold Test.com
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Reviewed in August 2021
Changed appointments twice. Unprofessional worker. Only three tests. No results yet even tho they were promised for last Friday... nothing. Mayo wants a report.
Mold Test Company WI
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Reviewed in January 2019
Josef was very professional, responsive, and helpful. I called Josef on a Saturday, regarding an asbestos concerned. He returned my call within 30 minutes and was on site Monday morning at 8:00 am. He took the time to explain the situation and our options. He took the samples and expedited...
Airtite Environmental Services, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2018
It went alright. Installer Gabe was very good explaining everything. Very neat and professional. Only things I would have liked changed would be that if you chose to use their service that the cost of the original test be waived. Also at the end of the installation the follow up test was a...
Lifetime Home Services
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Reviewed in March 2017
I am not happy with them at all. The pump guy who came in the house was excellent. I mean he was just fantastic and highly professional. He explained everything and was very informative. He came out the next morning and did the job. He was very good. The guy who came to inspect the well or...
Fred's Sanitary Services
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Reviewed in November 2016
The work performed was just fine. But we feel like we were misinformed about what our problem actually was. On 2 or 3 different occasions, we noticed some water in the same spot of our basement after a good rain. We called Everdry in for an assessment. The rep talked to us about some...
Everdry Waterproofing Wisconsin
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Reviewed in April 2015
The results were unreal! We called Riverside Plumbing LLC and they set up a time they would be at our home and called 20 minutes prior to the designated time and said they'd be here within 10 minutes and they were. The plumber came in and spent about an hour and a half working...
Riverside Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2015
Brian took my call during off hours, discussed the details of the job, and gave me a choice of days/times he could come to my house. He inspected my 2nd floor bathtub, which a few days earlier, was completely clogged, resulting in some water leaking in the drain pipe as well. He cleared...
Lake Country Plumbing
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Reviewed in November 2013
We hired Donn to perform a home inspection, radon test, and mold test on our current home. We have hired Donn at least 6 times in the past to perform inspection services for us. This time, we are not selling or buying a house, but merely wanted to know things to be aware of and watch out for in...
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DIY kits are available, but professional testing ensures accurate results and compliance with regulations.

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.

Asbestos can be found in many building materials, especially if the materials were installed more than 20 years ago. Asbestos-containing materials (ACM) can include:

Acoustic ceiling tiles
Furnace insulation
Home appliances
Fire-retardant clothing
Cement pipe
Pipe insulation
Wall and ceiling insulation
Vehicle brake pads
Vinyl flooring
Sprayed acoustic ceilings
Stove insulation
Patching compounds
Textured paints
Roofing shingles
Siding

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.

Unfortunately, asbestos is not easily identified and can often be hidden in plain sight in your home. While it can look like fluffy fibers, tiny pieces can also appear in materials like plastic or cement, making it impossible to identify on your own properly.

Plus, since asbestos is so dangerous when disturbed, you should never root around to try and find it. This job is best for a professional who can test for the material properly.

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