Found old floor tiles in your Cincinnati home? They might be asbestos
How to identify asbestos floor tiles and what to do next. Professional asbestos floor tile removal starts here.
You're renovating your Cincinnati home and found old floor tiles underneath the carpet or newer flooring. Many homes built before 1980 in neighborhoods like Westwood and Over-the-Rhine have asbestos floor tiles. You stopped work because you're not sure if it's safe to remove them yourself.
Asbestos floor tiles are usually 9x9 or 12x12 inches with a smooth, vinyl-like surface. They were popular in Cincinnati homes built between 1950-1980. The tiles often have speckled patterns in colors like beige, gray, or green. The black mastic (adhesive) underneath almost always contains asbestos if the tiles do.
Testing a small sample costs $25-50 at a certified lab. If positive, professional removal typically runs $5-15 per square foot depending on room size and tile condition. Larger areas like basement rec rooms cost less per square foot than small bathrooms. The mastic removal adds time and cost since it requires special equipment.
Stop all work immediately. Do not sand, scrape, or break the tiles. Get a small sample tested by a certified lab first. If it tests positive for asbestos, hire a licensed contractor like Central Insulation Systems Inc. DIY removal is illegal in most areas and releases dangerous fibers into your home's air.
Once properly removed by licensed professionals, you can safely install new flooring. The area will be clean and ready for whatever comes next in your renovation project.
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Other things people in Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati and the area around it.