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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I needed a new thimble in my chimney as well as a liner and cap. This team showed up as planned, offered an estimate and was ready to work. They were courteous and professional with a great finished product.
McBriens Fire & Flue
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Reviewed in April 2024
Marie is very thorough and has great attention to detail. I have used her cleaning services for 2 years. My dogs love her. Very happy.
Private Cleaning By Marie
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Reviewed in November 2023
They arrived on time. Worked efficiently without stopping until the job was done. We replaced our tub with a shower unit. Itâ s gorgeous! They did an amazing job.
Jacuzzi® Bath Remodel
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Reviewed in June 2023
Shamrock got back to me promptly following my inquiry. They scheduled an inspection of my leaking chimney for the next day. They arrived on time and conducted the inspection. Gave me their assessment of what needed to be done and the cost which I though was fair. They immediately proceeded...
Shamrock Maintenance Corp.
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Reviewed in February 2023
Fixed my toilet very quickly
Addario, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2022
Curtis and Joe came the next day after my call to repair our pellet stove insert. They are knowledgeable, friendly and very clean. Fixed our stove in time for New Years Eve!
North Country Chimney Sweeps
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Reviewed in May 2022
They told me they would be at the site at one hour and arrived several hours later. They didn't let me know that they wouldn't be at the site until hours after we had been waiting for their arrival. They did an excellent job of removing the old sheet rock and insulation and putting up the new....
M2 Drywall Specialist
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Reviewed in May 2021
Very happy with my new bath remodel. PIC was professional and completed the work in one day!
PIC Home Pros, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2019
I had an extremely challenging water treatment situation. I have a dug well in close proximity to a year round flowing river - this causes regular water quality fluctuation. Within five minutes of sending a request for contact, I received a call - offering to help. (First Star - to this day I...
Maine's Best Water Treatment
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Reviewed in July 2018
The gentleman was very kind professional and efficient. He left some literature about the testing I had done and got back to me very quickly with the results. .i highly recommended John to everyone. Kim C.
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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.

Yes. Gutting a house to the studs may actually be a good option if you believe a home contains toxic materials like asbestos, mold, or lead paint. However, this must be done under the supervision of licensed remediation experts.

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.

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.

It is strongly advised not to touch or disturb asbestos-containing materials unless necessary. Asbestos fibers can be released into the air when the material is damaged or disturbed, posing serious health risks if inhaled. It is best to leave any handling of asbestos to trained professionals who can remove the asbestos safely.

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