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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????? ? Water damage and no response We hired Oscar at Virginia Bathtub Refinishing to reglaze our upstairs guest bathtub. He failed to replace the bathtub gaskets, resulting in a leak that came through our kitchen ceiling below. What should have been a straightforward refinishing job turned...
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Reviewed in April 2026
I used Vespene Radon Testing earlier this year and was very satisfied with the experience from start to finish. They were punctual, professional, and very knowledgeable on all things radon testing. Results came back quickly, which mattered to me as a parent of a young child. Having reliable...
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Reviewed in March 2021
I've used Kinnett before but for a more routine task of resolving a backed up toilet. I didn't write a review then simply because it was so routine, but this visit was much more challenging and I was very impressed, so a review is warranted. First, I had intended to have them come to do a spigot...
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Reviewed in August 2020
Tyriece Walker and his colleague, from 4 Service Pros, came out to my home to perform a smoke test due to a strong sewage smell in our home. They both made us feel comfortable by wearing mask and shoe covering for our protection. Then Tyriece and his colleague were able to quickly identify the...
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Reviewed in September 2018
I hire professionals for highly technical work but do most of my home projects myself. Knowing nothing about indoor air quality I reached out to a number of companies and decided on Dan Rudds company because he was highly rated in Home Advisor and he was the most affordable. Dan took the time...
Rudd's Indoor Environment
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Reviewed in December 2017
Provided all the feedback and data needed after the test in order make the decisions.
MoldGone LLC
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Reviewed in May 2017
They were extremely customer friendly and very flexible with scheduling. Everything was very easily handled via phone, email and text message. They technician was on time and the asbestos test results came back in 24 hours! I would highly recommend them and will use them again.
Boston Environmental and Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2017
Mario was informative about asbestos and explained the testing as well as what would happen if we needed to have asbestos removed.
Applied Restoration Group
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Reviewed in February 2017
The work was done quickly and professionally. The plumber tested the repairs upon completion and was careful to make sure I understood what had been done and that the repairs were effective.
F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
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Percolation Tests questions, answered by 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.

Homes built before the 1990s may contain asbestos, but the only way to be sure is to have your home tested. Hire an asbestos testing and removal service to determine whether you have the hazardous material in your home and the best process for removing or sealing it.

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.

While a professional can always help, there are some common plumbing culprits you can check yourself to see if you can find the sewer gas smell. For example, you should check your water traps, sometimes called P-traps and S-traps, which are located under sink, shower, and laundry drains. The wax ring beneath the base of your toilet, which creates a watertight seal with the plumbing, could also have gone bad.

Testing and analysis take 10 days to 2 weeks. Expedited services are available for urgent situations typically requiring higher fees.

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