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 November 2025
Very good experience with winterization and backflow testing,
Cross Island Irrigation LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
TL;DR: Junior, the owner of A/Plus, is awesome. I highly recommend his asbestos testing and abatement services. The Long Version: I needed asbestos testing done in my home, so I went through HomeAdvisor to find a contractor. Junior was one of several abatement contractors who reached out to me...
A/Plus Environmental Corporation
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Reviewed in January 2024
Alain was well informed, pleasant and patient. He explained what tests he thought were necessary to ascertain whether mold was present or not. He answered my many questions, and also told me where he thought that testing was unnecessary. This inspired my confidence in his ability and...
Inspectro, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2023
If you ever need a mold inspection there’s no one better than Art at Enviro test , he was very knowledgeable , very professional. He responded right away to my mold issue He gives off this energy that he actually cares. Perfect customer service that we all wish for .
Enviro-Test
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Reviewed in January 2023
We needed to have our basement tile tested for asbestos. Ed was very friendly, easy to work with, and knowledgeable. He clearly explained what the next steps would be if the tile tested positive. Would recommend!
Qualtec Environmental, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2021
Alex was trustworthy and professional! He responded to my inquiry almost immediately. We had a major water damage during a storm in our basement which lead to mold growth. He came to inspect & test. I had the results within a day or so! He also had a full remediation plan specifically for me!...
Alpha Mold Inspectors
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Reviewed in January 2018
Very professional. Put many concerns to rest without selling additional testing
Allied Asbestos Inspectors, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2017
It went excellent. Gary helped my family by sharing his knowledge and explaining it in a way we would understand. He was very nice and friendly. He tested the mold and got us the results back quickly. I would recommend Gary to everyone! <br />
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Costs depend on the number of samples, property size, and lab processing fees.

Costs depend on property size, test types, and additional services like mold sampling.

Testing is crucial to identify harmful asbestos fibers common in building materials from older properties, ensuring safe environments and health.

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.

Asbestos-containing materials are not easily affected by water and do not disintegrate or dissolve when exposed to it. However, porous materials can deteriorate due to water exposure, leading to the release of asbestos fibers into the air. The settling of asbestos fibers can also occur as water makes them heavy, which reduces the risk of airborne exposure, though future disturbance of the materials could cause risk. Wetting asbestos-containing materials does not constitute safe removal, and the proper handling and disposal of asbestos materials should be left to professionals.

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