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>

What does asbestos do to humans?

• <div><p>When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.</p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2023
Very pleased with the great job that was done and very professional. In a timely manner and is beautiful.I recommend 100% for all your tile needs.
Ahead Custom Tile & Stone LLC
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Reviewed in December 2018
We had an issue with what we believed to Ben fiberglass blowing through our ducts from a leaking system. Our landlord didnt believe us and it was nearly impossible to find anyone certified to test the dust in the house to confirm this. I went onto HomeAdvisor and gave a brief summary of the...
A&A Asbestos Environmental, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2018
Overall the job went well. From diagrams I received before the job, I expected the pump to be installed in my partial basement since it is lower than the crawl space. Instead it was installed in the crawl space, drawing air from beneath the plastic they installed. I had had an electrician...
(864) 558-8155 SWAT Radon Mitigation of Greenville
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Reviewed in May 2017
Terrible. Mr Graham Binford said he didn't feel mold testing was important. He said he would treat all molds the same way. When I asked for him to do a mold test he didn't even have any testing equipment with him. He later sent in a proposal for almost $2000. for mold remediation. In fact I was...
AdvantaClean of Western North Carolina
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Reviewed in May 2017
Excellent. Mr. Rick Bayless was knowledgeable and well prepared to do the inspection, the testing, and follow-up inspection. He did an excellent job and I would highly recommend him.
A Healthier Home
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Reviewed in February 2017
Explained with pictures what was wrong and what he did. Indicated 2 day availability if there was a future problem. The test of time is the ultimate judge of the quality of the repair but from the description given it makes one think that test will be passed.
All Weather Roofing and Skylights, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2016
We noticed we were getting blue/green water stains in our white fiberglass tub and read online that our well water may have low ph levels. After reading that low ph levels would erode copper pipes we called Gary at Flow Water Systems (based on his reviews thru Angie's list). Gary spent 15-20...
Crawfords Well Service LLC
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Reviewed in November 2015
I know others have complained about the price and so I contacted our local water testing company for costs. My local company wanted to charge me for individual testing of all the things Environmental was charging me a flat fee for. With my local company I was well over $600 to cover the same...
Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc
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Reviewed in February 2013
Chris Wilson came out on Friday, decided what was necessary and provided a price. He arranged for the plumbing permit. His plumbers came out Monday and completed the piping around dinner time. Chris returned on Tuesday and applied the pressure test. The inspector performed inspection...
All About Plumbing & Septic
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Reviewed in January 2012
After experienceing a second foundation water supply leak, we decided to re-route all water supply lines in the house and completely bypass the copper pipes in the foundation. The house is only 10 years old but once you start having these kinds of foundation related problems they will continue....
Will's Plumbing & Testing Service
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to detect asbestos, radon, and VOCs.

When asbestos fibers become airborne, they enter a person's respiratory system. These fibers scar and damage the lungs and often lead to serious cancers like mesothelioma. Like many dangers in the house, asbestos isn’t easy to see when it could be causing serious damage. The amount of time exposed, combined with the person’s tolerance for asbestos inhalation and the amount inhaled, will all contribute to health problems.

Older textures may contain asbestos, requiring careful handling and professional inspection before work begins to ensure safety compliance.

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