Water Damage Ceiling Repair Ajax LLC repairs water-damaged popcorn and textured ceilings across Ajax. Pre-1990 popcorn ceilings in Ontario homes have a 25% chance of containing asbestos, requiring certified testing before any repair.
What Water Damage Issues Affect Popcorn Ceilings?
5 specific problems make popcorn ceilings uniquely vulnerable to water damage.
- Texture separation and flaking: Water dissolves the binding agents in spray-on texture, causing large sections to peel and fall
- Stain absorption into porous texture: Popcorn texture absorbs 3 times more water than smooth drywall, trapping moisture
- Asbestos fibre release when wet: Pre-1990 popcorn texture becomes friable when saturated, releasing airborne fibres
- Uneven drying creates mould pockets: The textured surface traps moisture in crevices, creating hidden mould colonies
- Colour mismatch after patching: Aged popcorn texture yellows over decades, making spot repairs visually obvious
How Much Does Popcorn Ceiling Water Damage Repair Cost in Ajax?
$600 to $5,000 CAD for popcorn ceiling water damage repair in Ajax, with asbestos testing adding $200 to $400.
Water Damage Ceiling Repair Ajax LLC includes asbestos screening at no extra cost for all pre-1990 Ajax homes.
| Repair Type | Cost (CAD) | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Spot texture repair (under 1 sq m) | $300 to $600 | Scrape, re-texture, colour match |
| Section repair (1 to 5 sq m) | $600 to $1,500 | Removal, drywall check, re-application |
| Full room scrape and re-texture | $1,500 to $3,500 | Complete removal, skim coat, new texture |
| Asbestos-containing removal | $3,000 to $5,000 | Certified abatement, HEPA containment, disposal |
| Asbestos testing (lab analysis) | $200 to $400 | 2 to 3 samples, 48-hour lab turnaround |
Is It Safe to Repair Water-Damaged Popcorn Ceiling Without Asbestos Testing?
No. Ontario Regulation 278/05 requires asbestos testing before disturbing any popcorn ceiling texture installed before 1990. Fines for non-compliance reach $100,000 CAD for homeowners and $1,500,000 CAD for contractors.
Asbestos testing costs $200 to $400 CAD and takes 48 hours for lab results. Water Damage Ceiling Repair Ajax LLC sends samples to an accredited Ontario laboratory. If asbestos is confirmed, Water Damage Ceiling Repair Ajax LLC coordinates certified abatement contractors in Ajax to handle removal safely.
Need Popcorn Ceiling Water Damage Repair in Ajax, Ontario?
Water Damage Ceiling Repair Ajax LLC provides fast, professional service. Call for a free estimate.
Call (437) 467-1034