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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We hired Sarah to test our home for asbestos. She was professional, responsive, and was able to get us timely results. We especially appreciated that she explained the testing process clearly and took the time to answer all of our questions. We highly recommend her.
Insight Environmental, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
The company replied quickly with an initial quote. Of the three companies replying, Indoor Doctor was able to send a tech out the same day to perform inspections, testing and provide answers to my many questions. The tech was very professional, courteous, etc. Indoor Doctors provided an...
Indoor Doctor, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2021
My technician Tanner was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. After looking at my home and surveying for mold, I decided to have the air tested which he did right then and there. I am still waiting for the results but it was nice to know we had no mold issues.
Green Home Solutions
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Reviewed in December 2018
I have to agree with all the other reviews on here. Donald at Olde Colony is fantastic. I just bought a house, have been settling in. The moment I tasted the tap water, I realized something was really not right. The chlorine and mineral taste made it undrinkable. A few days in the shower, and it...
Olde Colony Clean Water Inc
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Reviewed in July 2018
We purchased a new home in Sudbury with well water. The water tested to be "hard" as well as having low levels of arsenic. Jan came out pretty quickly and gave an excellent price for the filtration system. We had a filtration, softener and arsenic filter installed. Water tastes better than...
ABBEY Water Treatment, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2017
Neal Cass of Nealco Inspectional Services gave great service in both contacting me and getting my floor sample lab tested, and the report back in a very timely fashion. I was so relieved to know that it was safe to proceed in the next stage of remodeling our kitchen.
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Reviewed in July 2016
I've tested out several plumbers since moving to New England over 5 years ago and Eric and Roy are the best. They are reasonably priced, professional and thorough. I've used them for everything from sump pump replacement to minor plumbing repair work. They are particularly good at...
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Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

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.

A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won’t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed.

If you think you’ve touched asbestos, do not put on a mask. This is important because you may take the asbestos fibers on your hands on trap them in the mask. Make your way to a sink and wash your hands thoroughly. Remove any clothes and seal them in a bag, then take a shower. Call your doctor and let them know you’ve been exposed to asbestos, and make sure you see them as soon as possible. The reason you keep the clothes is in case anyone wants to confirm the presence of asbestos.

You can tell if old flooring has asbestos if thick black flooring adhesive is underneath the tiles. However, homeowners should not cut into linoleum floors to look for this adhesive. Instead, hiring a specialist to test the floors is the only safe way to determine if old flooring has asbestos.

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