Found old floor tiles in your Springboro home renovation?
Here's how to tell if those tiles contain asbestos and what to do about safe removal.
You're renovating your Springboro home and discovered old floor tiles underneath carpet or linoleum. Now you're wondering if they contain asbestos and whether it's safe to remove them yourself. Many homes built before 1980 in the Austin Landing and Historic Springboro areas have these tiles.
Floor tiles installed before 1980 often contain asbestos, especially 9x9 inch vinyl tiles. The mastic (black adhesive) underneath almost always contains asbestos if the tiles do. You'll typically see these in basements, kitchens, and utility rooms. The tiles may look marbled, solid colored, or have patterns.
Testing costs around $200-400 for a certified lab analysis. If positive, professional removal runs $5-15 per square foot depending on room size and accessibility. Larger areas cost less per square foot. Removal from basement concrete costs more than removal from wood subfloors.
Stop all work immediately. Do not sand, scrape, or break the tiles. Get a sample tested by sending a piece to a certified lab first. If it tests positive, hire a licensed contractor like Central Insulation Systems Inc. DIY removal is illegal in Ohio and releases dangerous fibers into your home's air.
Once properly removed, you'll have a clean subfloor ready for new flooring. The work area will be sealed and air-filtered during removal. You can safely return to normal use of the space within 24 hours of completion.
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Other things people in Springboro 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 Springboro and the area around it.