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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Last update on July 16, 2024

Reviewed in July 2024
Call them yesterday. We they were able to come the same day and get the testing done and just got the results this afternoon
Weber Group Management, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2021
Ross responded quickly, presented his fee, came on time, and worked efficiently. He gave us the test results at the end of the day.
Boomtown Radon Testing
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Reviewed in September 2020
Very prompt service, helped us get the asbestos test done in a day and next day they were able to come and clean up the whole bedroom and hallway. They also arranged for post clean-up testing by an independent tester. Very happy with the service.
Hernandez Environmental Construction
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Reviewed in August 2018
I spoke to someone from the office who was very helpful and knowledgeable about mold and the various testing processes. They helped me understand a lot more about the potential problems and were even forthright about the limitations of testing, etc. I didn't end up hiring them to perform air...
Mold Solutions
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Reviewed in May 2017
Staff were professional, test results were sent to you promptly
Nye Partners in Women's Health
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Reviewed in September 2016
Permidt plumbers were wonderful. They did an excellent job on every aspect, giving thoughtful advice along the way. The guys installed and tested every single component and did top-notch work. I would definitely use them again for any of this type of work.
PERMIDT ENGINEERING LTD
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Reviewed in September 2016
Professional and courteous. Average price for asbestos testing. Test was completed within 2 business days and the full report was provided to me. Offered a reasonable quote for remediation after test came back positive.
Applied Restoration Group
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Reviewed in January 2016
Mold Solutions' work was top quality although the bill exceeded expectations. Use them, but get pricing locked in upfront. Note: Price shown was just for the initial testing; post-remediation testing is a separate fee. <br />
Mold Solutions Services Inc
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Reviewed in November 2013
Tested for mold. My only issue was the coupon, for the uninitiated, was misleading. It is for two samples, but when the technician showed up, he explained that one of the sample had to be an outdoor sample for comparison purposes. That makes sense, but it should have been explained in the coupon...
HomeServ Restoration Inc
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Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.

Asbestos was commonly used in cloth wiring, but not all types of cloth wiring contain it. The age, condition, and appearance of the wiring can provide clues as to whether asbestos is present or not, but the only way to know for sure if the wiring has asbestos is to have it tested.

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

When learning how to test for asbestos in a popcorn ceiling, you have an option for a DIY job or to hire a professional tester. You can purchase a kit at a hardware store and use personal protective equipment while doing the test. If you don’t want to risk any potential exposure to asbestos, hire a professional asbestos testing company instead.

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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