Asbestos popcorn ceilings were installed in hundreds of thousands of homes across the country in the 1970s because they hide ceiling imperfections and they reduce all sorts of noises. When asbestos popcorn ceilings were first applied, they were applied either with a polymer type substance or with a silicate material. This extensive use of asbestos in popcorn ceilings predated our knowledge of the health problems (such as lung cancer and mesothelioma) associated with its use. If your popcorn ceiling contains asbestos, you should take proper precautions to avoid health problems because series or even fatal problems may occur.
1 - Check Your Room
If you think your ceiling is filled with an asbestos material, it is best to stay away from the room until you can bring in a consultant and get them to give you a quote and lay out some strategies or options for removing the asbestos ceiling. Covering the asbestos is not an option.
2 - Testing
Asbestos popcorn ceilings are found mostly in homes that were built before 1978. To rule out any questions, go online and research asbestos ceiling testing. There are many local professionals today that will test for the presence of asbestos. It is a somewhat inexpensive and it is well worth it for peace of mind and to protect your family's health.
3 - Do not try to remove at Home
Asbestos popcorn ceiling removal is not a task for the average person. There are specific requirements that must be met to remove and remediate the presence of asbestos ceilings. This process should only be done by a qualified asbestos removal professional. Get in touch with your local certified asbestos popcorn ceiling removal team. If you don't know of any, talk to building inspectors or local real-estate professionals. They work with these types of professions on a daily basis.
4 - Do not scrape or Scratch the Ceiling
Avoid any scraping or scratching of the asbestos popcorn ceiling. Scraping the asbestos ceiling will release small particles into the air. These particles may include asbestos. Try to limit the amount of alteration, changes and disturbing you do to the asbestos ceiling.
5 - Paint the Ceiling
If you are saving up extra cash to have a professional remove your ceiling, in the interim, lay a good coat of paint over the asbestos ceiling. This will create another sealing layer on your ceiling. It will minimize the amount of flaking and peeling. Flaking and peeling release asbestos particles in the air and may be hazardous to your health.
6 - Disclose, Disclose, Disclose
Are you in the process of selling your house? Is the sign in the yard? Is the contract signed? If you are selling, disclose the possible or the actual presence of asbestos popcorn ceiling. Disclose the nature of your asbestos ceiling in writing. In some states, sellers must disclose all characteristics and mechanical malfunctions of a home in a seller's disclosure. Make sure you disclose your asbestos ceiling on this document. This avoids any future potential problems and any potential litigation.
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