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My drywall under the kitchen sink tested positive for asbestos , does this mean the popcorn ceiling will too? My condo was built in 1983 in Massachusetts.
Government website said they banned it in 1973 but were allowed to use it up well into the 80’s
6 Answers
- ?Lv 71 week ago
Asbestos is ONLY dangerous during the removal process. So, unless you need to remove it, then don't worry.
- Anonymous1 week ago
Actually all that they required by law was to cover it up or encase it and it could stay forever.
My office had a steam radiator in 1999 that had asbestos wrapped pipes feeding it.
The company merely had to encase the asbestos insulation and it was legal.
Also my home and the entire lane with dozens of homes was fed by a asbestos fiber water pipe.
And the house i bought in 1994 had asbestos wrapped furnace ducts and the floor tile contained asbestos
So asbestos is still around to this day.
- MarvinatorLv 72 weeks ago
Though rare, it is possible to have asbestos tested positive in Drywall. Though to be sure, you may want to run a second test with a testing company who has no investment in the outcome.
At the same time, you will WANT to test the popcorn ceiling, and the drywall.
When testing drywall, be sure to get a good sample which includes the seaming tape and mud.
- princess pounderLv 72 weeks ago
Well then, I guess you shouldnt bust it up and breath in the resulting dust.
