Found old floor tiles in your Cheviot home renovation?
Here's how to tell if your floor tiles contain asbestos before you remove them.
You started pulling up old flooring in your Cheviot home and found 9x9 tiles underneath. Now you're wondering if they're asbestos. Many homes built before 1980 in Hamilton County have these tiles, and you need to know for sure before going any further.
Asbestos floor tiles are usually 9x9 inches and feel brittle when you tap them. They often have a waxy or tar-like adhesive (called mastic) underneath. The tiles themselves might be marbled, solid colors, or have patterns. If your home was built before 1980, there's a good chance these tiles contain asbestos.
Getting tiles tested costs around $200-400 for a small sample. If they test positive, professional removal typically runs $3-7 per square foot depending on the room size and how much mastic needs to come up. Removing mastic adds time and cost since it often contains asbestos too.
Stop all work immediately. Do not sand, scrape, or break the tiles. Contact a certified lab to test a small sample first. If the test comes back positive, you'll need a licensed contractor like Central Insulation Systems Inc. to remove them safely. DIY removal of asbestos tiles is illegal in Ohio and puts your family at risk.
Once professional removal is complete, you'll have a clean subfloor ready for new flooring. The work area gets sealed off during removal, so the rest of your home stays safe. You can move forward with your renovation knowing the asbestos is gone for good.
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Other things people in Cheviot ask
how much does asbestos removal cost
Asbestos removal cost depends on square footage, material type, and access difficulty. Pipe insulation runs $15-25 per linear foot. Floor tiles cost $5-15 per square foot. Get three licensed quotes and compare line items, not just total price.
can I remove asbestos myself DIY
No. DIY asbestos removal is illegal in most states and extremely dangerous. You need special licenses, containment equipment, and disposal permits. One mistake can contaminate your entire house and put your family at risk.
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Central Insulation Systems handles asbestos floor tile and mastic removal in Cheviot and the area around it.