Found old floor tiles in your Fort Mitchell home renovation?
How to tell if your floor tiles contain asbestos before you touch them
You started renovating your Fort Mitchell home and found old floor tiles underneath the carpet. Now you're wondering if they're safe to remove yourself. Many homes built before 1980 in Fort Mitchell neighborhoods have asbestos floor tiles that look perfectly normal.
Asbestos floor tiles were common in homes built before 1980. They're usually 9x9 inches and come in solid colors like gray, green, or brown. The mastic (black adhesive) underneath often contains asbestos too. You can't tell just by looking whether tiles contain asbestos.
Testing costs $200-400 for a certified lab analysis. If the tiles test positive, professional removal runs $3-7 per square foot. The price depends on your room size and how much furniture needs moving. Removing asbestos tiles yourself is illegal in Kentucky and creates dangerous dust.
Stop all work immediately. Don't sand, scrape, or break the tiles. Get a sample tested by a certified lab first. If it tests positive, hire a licensed contractor like Central Insulation Systems Inc. They'll remove everything safely and legally. DIY removal puts your family at serious health risk.
Once professional removal is complete, you'll have clean subfloors ready for new flooring. The work area will be thoroughly cleaned and tested to ensure no asbestos fibers remain. You can continue your renovation project safely.
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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."
Other things people in Fort Mitchell 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 Fort Mitchell and the area around it.