Found old floor tiles in your Georgetown home? They might be asbestos.
How to identify asbestos floor tiles and get them safely removed without putting your family at risk.
You're renovating your Georgetown home and discovered old floor tiles underneath the carpet or newer flooring. Many homes built before 1980 in Georgetown's older neighborhoods contain asbestos floor tiles and the black mastic adhesive underneath. You stopped work because you're not sure if it's safe to continue.
Asbestos floor tiles are usually 9x9 or 12x12 inches and feel dense and brittle. They were popular from the 1950s through 1970s. The black tar-like adhesive (mastic) underneath often contains asbestos too. You can't tell for sure just by looking. Georgetown homes from this era, especially around the college area and older residential streets, commonly have these materials.
Testing costs $200-400 per sample through a certified lab. If the tiles test positive, professional removal typically runs $3-8 per square foot depending on the room size and how much furniture needs moving. Larger areas cost less per square foot. The black mastic adhesive usually adds to the total cost since it requires special removal techniques.
Stop all work immediately. Don't sand, scrape, or break the tiles. Disturbing asbestos releases dangerous fibers into the air. Get a sample tested by a certified lab first. If it tests positive, hire a licensed contractor like Central Insulation Systems Inc. for safe removal. DIY removal is illegal in Kentucky and puts your family's health at risk.
Once properly removed, you'll have a clean subfloor ready for new flooring. Your family can safely use the space without worrying about asbestos exposure. The work is done right the first time with proper containment and disposal.
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Other things people in Georgetown 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 Georgetown and the area around it.