Thursday 25 August 2016

Popcorn Ceiling Removal

For homeowners the popcorn ceiling removal is an option if they are concerned about the presence of asbestos. No doubt that Asbestos is linked to diseases and many of the forms of such asbestos can be found in of 1970's architecture known as cottage cheese or popcorn ceiling. The ceiling where the treatment was done, that resembles the name small, sometimes pointed, bubbles.

Ceiling conditions

  • ·       Water Spots

Water stains are caused by the leaky roofs and they also cause the pristine ceilings. There are a range of products in Paint stores, home construction stores and others stores helpful for dealing with the pesky remnants of water damage. A surface of a water spot can be repaired by stain blocking primer which can be applied to it. The home owner can paint the ceiling once the material is dried.


  • ·      Stains of Ceiling

Mold is one of the major reasons of spot on the ceiling. The professionals answer to this concern that, a solution of bleach and water. Airborne pollutants molds can be eliminated with this cost effective remedy with very little effort. But one should have it in mind that the result might be varying because of surface. The brown stain should be covered with primer sealer emerges if they appear as opposed to paint. The appearance of the ceiling can remain intact as the stain will bleed through and with sealer.


  • ·      Asbestos in Ceiling

For the homeowners that if they find the asbestos found in their ceiling the solutions exist. Pollutants can be breathed by inhabitants when asbestos fibers are exposed to the air, or when you find the damage to the ceiling. The popcorn ceilings removal in these cases is recommended. The ceiling can be removed by a company that offers this service or contacting an asbestos abatement company. By this way the ceiling can be replaced without any potentially dangers DIY actions taken by the homeowner. A sample is tested for the presence of asbestos in a laboratory before starting this.


  • ·      Bottom Line

One of multiple treatments homeowners will find necessary is the acoustic or Popcorn ceiling removal. As you have seen above, homeowners can take some of these options by themselves. There may be positive impact your health and your budget if you keep yourself up to date of the new ways to remedy of home construction issues. 

Ceiling Removal By Professionals

Ceiling Removal By Professionals

There was the time in 1950's, when the popcorn ceiling was considered to be stylish and important part of interior. Now there are numerous other ways which have been proved more innovative and give your home a much stylish and more up to date look to your house. If you live in a traditional house, you might consider to remove an old textured roof either by DIY or by calling some professionals which sure have their own cost. But the price depends upon many factors.


DIY Process

Taking out the textured material by DIY way won't cost you much but time, the cost would be much economic. All you need to buy is a trowel, large drop cloth, spray bottle, protective face mask, and goggles which are not a big investment. Finishing the Popcorn Ceiling Repair process would be an effort and matter of time Other than those items. Even though the process is messy and somewhat time consuming but still a way better option which can cost you not more than 40 to 50$.
But not every time this DIY process is good and healthy for you. Sometimes they contain deadly asbestos. The asbestos sometimes may cause cancer because of inhalation of it. So before taking any measured by you the material should be tested as it might contain any asbestos.

Calling Professionals

So when to call professional ceiling removals if you can remove it by you, the answer are simple. If you found any deadly asbestos in the material you sent for the test, then you shouldn’t handle the task by yourself. The advised method would be calling the professional company. If you are going to call the professional company you should mind it that the company should have enough experience to handle and complete the task.

Now when it comes to cost that might vary. Because of material as the asbestos found in it or not. If the asbestos were not found the cost would be much lower. If there is any asbestos were found in the sample material there would significantly be higher. That cost may also be affected because of the geographic location and the individual being hired.

Bottom Line


If the material was sent by you have any substance of asbestos then you shouldn’t handle the task by yourself. It is not just about the cost it is more about the health reasons. Even though you might go for economical but it's better to spend professionals then dealing with any health risks.

Questions before Stating Ceiling Removal

It is very common in these days that home owners remove the ceiling. They don't either by themselves or call a contractor. Even though there are numerous contractors which are providing very good services but it is also not very uncommon that many people have been scammed in the name of services. Home owner tend to choose inexpensive home interior services as the value of real state is suffering now a days. So what should they consider before asking for professional help? Here are some points they should ask before hiring any professionals.

Is test compulsory?

First and very important question is to ask. You should have it in mind that under which circumstances your house need to be tested?  House which were built before 1978, they need to get tested. The reason behind this is that the house may have asbestos in it which is found to be very dangerous to health and may lead to cancer. The contractor will send the sample of the Popcorn Ceilings to the lab so they could know if it is safe to proceed or not as the hazardous dust by asbestos will lead to much dangerous problems to health.



Should it be DIY or not?

Another question you will need to ask or may have it in mind that if you can do that by DIY method, it does sound very good as you will be able to save some buck and can complete the whole process by yourself. But most of the time the home owners are not good enough in handling the task and that lead to the more damages of the house areas.

Painted ceiling removal difficult?

Yes. Painted ceiling require more expertise that is why a professional service is required.

How will my house look?

Messy. Yes your house will look like a complete mess. It is better to take your furniture and belonging outside of the house. Though in some cases the owner tend to cover the halls and furniture but still it is better to take them outside.

How much time will it take?

Vary. Every house has different size and shape which is why the ceiling removal process may take a little time or it may be much time consuming. But it also depends upon the professional service too.
 It is better advised that you should do some research before starting and you should hire the reputed company before starting. For more details about PopcornTexture Removal and Stipple Ceiling Removal feels free to contact us.