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 June 2025
VERY PROFESSIONAL- John has been our go to plumbing guy for years now. He has replaced kitchen faucets, moved the toilet in our half bath, replaced outdoor water spigots, replaced tankless water system and more. He and his team are dependable, honest and quick to respond!! John explains / shows...
Halter Plumbing & Water Works
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Reviewed in April 2022
I was very pleased with the work that was done on our two bathrooms. One bathroom was a guest bathroom ... we had wall paper taken down, painted, new toilet, new plumbing for sink with fixtures, and a new floor. The other main bath had wall paper removed, new vanity, countertop and sink,...
D'Angelo's Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in November 2021
JC was the 3rd company to give me a quote for replacing my gutters. John told me I actually didnâ t need new gutters and that they could just â tune them upâ . That consisted of testing pitch of gutters, installing hidden hangers where gutters were moving away from the fascia board and...
JC Insulation Services and Gutters
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Reviewed in November 2020
Referred me to his partner at Expert Environmental, Brian Walloch who actually did the test. Very pleased with the way they communicated and helped me understand the process.
Turn Key Home Inspections
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Reviewed in May 2016
Not that I know anything about plumbing, but it feels as though it went well. After the first snake attempt, Ben tested the sinks and they filled up again. Grrrr. He was very calming and said it's ok, we'll do it again. Second snake worked like a charm. He tested the sinks until he was...
Meister Plumbing Incorporated
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Reviewed in January 2015
The kit arrived quickly and was very easy to do the testing by following the enclosed instructions. I mailed back the test slides and the results were provided to me within 48 hours. <br />
Moldlab
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Reviewed in October 2014
I was satisfied with the advice and the testing.
Comprehensive Mold Management LLC
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Reviewed in May 2014
Determined that the igniter was bad on the oven. Had a replacement in his van. Replaced the igniter and tested for operation. Worked perfectly. in and out in less then 30 minutes. Very courteous. Advised that the igniters last 5 to 7 years generally. That is good knowledge to have. Very...
Pro-Tech Appliance
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Reviewed in December 2013
They explained how they do the testing and what the results mean. No pressure to buy anything. Peace of mind knowing the units were working safely and efficiently.
Berkeley Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in July 2012
Technician was very friendly without being too talkative. Explained to me why I needed to have the backflow certification. During the process of testing, a valve broke off as he was untightening it. It had been overtightened prevously apparently, which led to its being cracked and dripping...
Penfield Plumbing
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Unfortunately, home inspections do not check for asbestos because of the liability factor involved. That’s why you should hire a trained professional with specialized equipment to test for it.

They will inspect all areas of the home and take samples of various materials to test. Opting for an asbestos inspection can prevent the risk of exposure to this hazardous material and save on costly repairs that may be required.

Since the EPA partially banned asbestos in 1989, it is no longer used to manufacture new siding in the United States; production had largely ceased by the early 1980s. Many other countries, such as Canada, Iceland, and Denmark, also have bans on asbestos. However, asbestos siding is still present in many homes built before the late 1980s. The only definitive way to know if your siding contains asbestos is to have it professionally lab-tested.

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.

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.

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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