How do you identify asbestos tiles?

• <div><p>If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-tell-if-you-have-asbestos-floor-tile.htm">Asbestos tiles</a> can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.</p></div>

Do I need to be worried about asbestos?

• <div><p>If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/asbestos-abatement/">an asbestos removal expert</a> to evaluate the situation. </p></div>

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Christy was great to work with! Made the entire process super simple! Purcor gives quality you can not find much anymore!
Purcor Pest Solutions of Georgia, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
The project was top notch !!
Johnson Family Fine Homes
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Reviewed in August 2023
It was easy to get a quick appointment and they also are quick at what they do.
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Reviewed in July 2023
Very professional and clean work they built a sunroom for me and I love it!
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Reviewed in July 2023
Prompt, professional, knowledgeable. Outstanding customer service. The gentleman was 45 minutes early . Was finished in an outstanding short period of time. I recommend this company to anyone !!!
TJ King Handy-Man Services
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Reviewed in June 2022
Quick, fast, and very professional, will use them again for sure
The Patch Boys of Savannah and St. Simons Island
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Reviewed in June 2022
Showed up on time. Performed the. Work. Would like a little more attention to final sanding in some places. Overall satisfied.
Superb Drywall Services
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Reviewed in July 2021
Had issues with pipes leaking and they came and helped. They replaced all lines damaged. The leaks were not done by them but due to the fact the house sat for a very long time.
J and R Handyman Emergency Services
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Reviewed in June 2021
Fantastic work! Very polite and easy to get them to understand (from a lady that didn’t knew the name of the painting technique I wanted done...lol). No complaints at all from their work. Will use them again and HIGHLY recommend!
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Reviewed in October 2017
October 2, 2017-When I first spoke to MIchael Medley-Indoor Air Quality Consultant, it was obvious that he was very knowledgeable of his subject matter, and hiring him to perform air samples in my home was a "no-brainer". After explaining my dilemma to Michael of being under an extreme...
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

Professional asbestos testers or environmental consultants are the best people to call to test for asbestos. An asbestos testing company specializes in collecting and analyzing samples and will be the most qualified to do the job for you. An environmental consultant may not specialize in handling asbestos, but should still have the knowledge and know-how to safely collect a sample and send it off for analysis.

If you can locate building records, you may be able simply to see what type of tiles (or bonding agent) was used. Any flooring made between 1950 and 1989 more than likely contains asbestos. Asbestos tiles can also be slightly thicker than other tiles and often measure 9” x 9”, 12” x 12”, and 18” x 18. Black mastic was a commonly used adhesive that contains asbestos.

Asbestos has many beneficial properties, including fire resistance, strength, and chemical resistance. It is also an excellent insulator, which is why it was used in pipe insulation and other building materials for decades. For all its benefits, asbestos is dangerous for human health, which is why it was eventually banned from use in certain products.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

If your home was built before 1989 and still has original vinyl, there’s a high probability of asbestos mixed into the old flooring, which can harm you and your family if it’s disturbed from removal. If you suspect that you have asbestos, you’ll want to call in an asbestos removal expert to evaluate the situation.

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