How do I prepare for asbestos testing?

• <div><p>Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.</p></div>

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>

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Reviewed in February 2021
I was very pleased with the work that was done
Gerber Home Services
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Reviewed in November 2018
Effective and complete testing. An oral and written summary of the testing results from the technician was provided when he finished.
Bettendorf Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in October 2018
Got an email the same night that I requested info. They looked at our job site quickly even though they are probably 100 miles away. Dave set a start date quickly (maybe 10 days) and was here at the exact time he said he would be. Informed me on how he hoped to proceed, which was exactly what he...
Stuedemann Radon Resolutions
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Reviewed in August 2015
Northwest performed a gas pressure test on my gas line so that hte utility company would turn my gas back on. They came out, put a pressure meter on my gas meter, left it there for the day, and came back the following day to pick it up. They were at my house for no more than an hour and they...
Northwest Mechanical Inc
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Reviewed in October 2013
When they started the demo it was discovered that our shower tile surround was set in an inch of concrete! Of course this made the demo a nightmare for Red Box, but no complaints were heard! They just dug in and got the job and all the mess cleared out. <br /> They assisted in all phases of...
Red Box Design Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2013
The technician tried to auger and some other steps, but was unsuccessful. He explained it was not tree roots, but a lot of sludge build up. A jet spray would be needed to completely free up the drain. He also quoted the price before proceeding. He left to get the equipment needed and another...
B and B Drain Tech
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Reviewed in March 2013
UPDATE: <br /> We have had 2 separate instances with our house that have raised problems with our inspection. Ned did check that our range vent was functional. This consisted of turning the switch on and off to make sure the fan worked. He did not however check to see if it was installed...
The BrickKicker Inspection Services - Davenport
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Reviewed in June 2011
They replaced a valve that runs into the house from the outside. They tested to find the leak. They do great work. They are always on time. They are an absolutely wonderful company.
Blondell Plumbing Service
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

The microscopic asbestos fibers do not cause eye irritation, throat irritation, or lung irritation. If you are inhaling fibers, you will not know it. This lack of immediate symptoms is one of the reasons why asbestos is so dangerous. You cannot know for certain if you are inhaling fibers, which is why you must wear safety gear if you could have any chance of an exposure while working.

Clear the area for access and inform the testing team about the building’s history and renovations.

While it's possible to cover asbestos tile with carpet, it's not recommended. Encapsulating tile beneath carpet doesn't eliminate the health risks. Over time, the asbestos tiles could degrade, releasing fibers into the air and potentially contaminating the carpet. Disturbance during carpet installation or removal might also release fibers.

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.

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.

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