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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Big Pine is always excellent. They are skilled, thorough and careful to leave the work site spik and span. On top of their proficiency, their rates are quite reasonable.
Big Pine Industrial, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2025
They did an amazing job. They remodeled my bedroom/bathroom. They were very knowledgeable and got the job done quickly. They added a walk in shower including plumbing and tiling. I highly recommend this company!
5T Contracting and Design, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
I was so impressed with the knowledge and helpfulness of my sales person Katie P. She is a gym. The shower was more than I expected. I love it!
DaBella - Missoula (Baths)
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Reviewed in March 2022
I never leave negative reviews, and I consider myself to be a very understanding and flexible person in general. However, after my recent experience with Classic Hardwood Floors, I feel compelled to leave a review that will hopefully help others. My encounter with them started in February of...
CLASSIC HARDWOOD FLOORS
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Reviewed in August 2021
The whole project was fast and efficient. They even sealed the seams on our existing gutters so they no longer leak. The materials they use for the guards is metal versus plastics used by the other companies. Over all we are very pleased This fall will be the real test when our big maple...
Spartan Gutter Guards
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Reviewed in February 2018
The testing was done fast and great quality!
Pure Air Solutions, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2015
They removed the old boiler and valves, installed new boiler, hot water tank zone valves and local piping and repaired a leak in a fintube connection, connected gas piping, tested and fine tuned the system, cleaned up, and checked again a week later to see that all was right. <br />
Air Quality Mechanical
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Reviewed in August 2012
I had a break light and check engine light turn on on my dash board, took it to transolutions to have to codes pulled. When the man came back and told me what codes came up for the check engine light but said that they couldn't tell me anything about the break light. I was okay with these...
Transolution Auto Care Center
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

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.

Hiring a professional for mold and toxic material testing ensures precise identification of harmful substances within a home. Professionals utilize specialized equipment and techniques, providing accurate results that inform proper removal strategies, safeguarding occupant health.

Federal law doesn’t require homeowners to disclose the presence of asbestos in their home, but some states and local municipalities may require it. That is why it’s important to test an older home for asbestos and other health hazards before moving forward with a sale.

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.

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.

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