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 June 2022
Rapid response. Testes for the presence of mold. Test indicated none was present. The
Rapid Response Remediation
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Reviewed in October 2017
no more water leaks but the real test will be next spring.
Tri State Basement Repair
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Reviewed in April 2017
Working with Prairie Plumbing and Heating was a disappointment at every step of our septic project: - Perc test: didn't test where I asked and falsely blamed my wife when I asked why. I was very clear that I didn't want it too far out but I was reassured they wouldn't do that. - Gave a rough...
Prairie Pumbing & Heating Inc
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Reviewed in April 2015
Very well. All tests that I expected were performed, plus a check of exhaust gasses that I had not expected. No problems were found. (The price was low because it was an Angie's List "Big Deal.") <br />
Seasonal Survival
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Reviewed in March 2015
Went very well. Showed up on-time and was extremely knowledgeable. He went into great detail to explain all the tests he was doing, the results he was seeing, and what they meant. Discovered one major issue in our house and several minor ones. For the minor ones he explained exactly how I...
ACCREDITED HOME PERFORMANCE TESTING
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Reviewed in January 2015
The initial response time was very slow, due to the fact that the owner was recovering from surgery. Once he was back and available, things went very smooth. Was able to schedule quickly, he was prompt, and very professional. Gave a lot of detail in the tests he was performing and the...
Madison Insulation and Mold Remediation
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Reviewed in January 2015
After they did the diagnostic test. The hot tub no longer worked at all and they said the motor was old and needed to be replaced. Before they came out the hot tub was leaking a little bit, but not too badly, after they worked on it and left the leak had become much, much worse than it was...
BACHMANN POOLS & SPAS LLC
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Reviewed in January 2015
When we picked up the machine, they had a sheet of everything they did and took the time to explain it. They basically cleaned and lubed everything. They commented on where there was fuzz that they cleaned out, where they lubed it, how dry a certain area was and how often to bring it in for...
The Electric Needle
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Reviewed in August 2014
To the best of our knowledge, other than hiring a contractor, there are two businesses in the Madison area that do gas fireplace design and installation. Fireside is the factory outlet for "Heat 'n Glo" and "Heatilator" brands (both manufactured by the same company). Rebecca, the sales...
FIRESIDE HEARTH & HOME
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Reviewed in July 2014
Bob Runchey recommended A&A Environmental from Poynette to remove the vermiculite with hazmat procedures. I checked with the state lab that does testing for asbestos, and while there is no definitive test to detect it in loose fill, they said we should remove it appropriately. I learned that...
American Home Consultants LLC
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

It is not recommended to drill into asbestos siding because doing so can release hazardous asbestos fibers into the air. The safest way to handle asbestos-containing materials is to have a professional remove or encapsulate them.

DIY kits are available, but professional testing ensures accurate results and compliance with regulations.

Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

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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