Found old floor tiles during your Westerville home renovation?
How to tell if those tiles contain asbestos and what to do about asbestos floor tile removal.
You started pulling up old flooring in your Westerville home and found 9-inch square tiles underneath. Now you're wondering if they contain asbestos. Many homes built before 1980 in neighborhoods around Polaris and near I-270 used these tiles.
Asbestos floor tiles are usually 9-inch or 12-inch squares in colors like green, brown, or gray. They feel dense and may have a slightly waxy surface. The black mastic adhesive underneath often contains asbestos too. Tiles installed before 1980 have the highest chance of containing asbestos.
Testing costs $200-400 for a certified lab analysis. Removal runs $5-15 per square foot depending on the size of your project and how much mastic needs to come up. Larger areas cost less per square foot. Projects in older Westerville homes near the reservoir often involve both tile and mastic removal.
Stop all work immediately. Do not break, sand, or scrape the tiles. Get a sample tested by 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 clean subfloors ready for new flooring. Your family stays safe and your renovation can continue without health risks or legal problems.
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"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 Westerville 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 Westerville and the area around it.