Found old floor tiles in your Madeira home renovation?
Before you remove another tile, find out if it contains asbestos. Here's how to identify and safely handle asbestos floor tile and mastic removal.
You're updating your Madeira home and discovered old 9x9 tiles underneath the carpet. Many homes built before 1980 in neighborhoods like Woodland Vistas contain asbestos floor tiles. 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 or heavy. They were common in homes built before 1980. The black mastic (glue) underneath often contains asbestos too. You can't tell just by looking since newer tiles sometimes look identical.
Testing costs around $200-400 for a few samples. If positive, professional removal typically runs $3-7 per square foot depending on your home's layout and tile condition. Removing mastic adds to the cost since it requires special equipment and disposal.
Stop all work immediately. Don't sand, scrape, or break the tiles since this releases dangerous fibers. Get a sample tested by a certified lab first. If it tests positive, Central Insulation Systems Inc. can handle the removal safely and legally. DIY removal of asbestos tiles violates Ohio regulations and puts your family at risk.
Once properly removed, you'll have a clean subfloor ready for your new flooring. The work area will be thoroughly cleaned and air-tested to ensure no asbestos fibers remain.
What people in Madeira say
"THEY DID A GOOD JOB AND I THOUGHT THE PRICE WAS REASONABLE."
"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 Madeira 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 Madeira and the area around it.