Found old floor tiles in your Kenwood home? Here's how to tell if they're asbestos
Stop work immediately. These tiles could be dangerous. Here's what to do about asbestos floor tile and mastic removal.
You're renovating your Kenwood home and found old 9x9 floor tiles underneath newer flooring. Many homes built before 1980 in the Montgomery Road area used asbestos tiles. You stopped work because you're not sure if it's safe to remove them yourself.
Asbestos floor tiles are usually 9x9 inches and feel heavy and dense. They're often dark colors like black, brown, or dark green. The black mastic (adhesive) underneath is also likely to contain asbestos. Tiles installed before 1980 have a high chance of containing asbestos fibers.
Testing costs $200-400 per sample through a certified lab. If positive, professional removal runs $3-7 per square foot depending on room size and tile condition. Larger areas cost less per square foot. The mastic removal adds to the total cost since it requires special equipment.
Stop all work right now. Do not sand, scrape, or break the tiles. Get a sample tested by a certified lab first. If it tests positive for asbestos, Central Insulation Systems Inc. can handle the removal safely and legally. DIY removal of asbestos tiles is illegal in Ohio and puts your family at risk.
Once properly removed, you'll have a clean subfloor ready for new flooring. The area will be safe for your family. Professional removal means no asbestos fibers in your home's air.
What people in Kenwood say
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"I worked with Kevin Con, their field specialist. Kevin talked to me over the phone for quite awhile to make sure that I had a good estimate and knowledge of the procedure. The team came out early and they were efficient in the processes. I would highly recommend them especially because they worked so closely with our roofing team to get the job done in one day."
"I am just so happy. They came out on a Tuesday (the owner Steve and his son) and took a look and had a crew of 2 out for me the next day! They got there at 8:30 am and all was completed by 2:00. The follow up was excellent. I could just go on and on. I am very impressed and want to insulate everything NOW because they were so excellent!"
Other things people in Kenwood 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 Kenwood and the area around it.