Found old floor tiles in your Oxford home? Here's how to tell if it's asbestos.
Stop work and get the facts before you risk your family's health with asbestos floor tile removal.
You're renovating your Oxford home and found 9-inch square tiles under the carpet. They look like they're from the 1960s or 70s, and now you're wondering if they contain asbestos. Many homes near Miami University and in Oxford's Historic Districts have these tiles.
Asbestos floor tiles were common in homes built before 1980. They're usually 9x9 inches, sometimes 12x12, and feel dense and brittle. The black mastic (glue) underneath often contains asbestos too. You can't tell by looking - tiles that seem identical can test completely different.
Testing costs $200-400 for a certified lab analysis. If it's positive, professional removal runs $3-7 per square foot depending on your home's layout and how much prep work is needed. Older Oxford homes often have multiple layers, which increases the scope.
Stop all work immediately. Don't sand, scrape, or break the tiles - this releases dangerous fibers into your home's air. Get a sample tested first by a certified lab. If it tests positive, Central Insulation Systems Inc. can handle the removal safely and legally. DIY asbestos removal violates federal law and puts your family at risk.
Once properly removed, you'll have a clean, safe surface ready for new flooring. Your family can move back in without worrying about asbestos exposure, and your renovation can continue on schedule.
What people in Oxford say
"As a Contractor, who works with homeowners, helping them with their Roofing and Siding Projects, Kevin and his Team, have been relied upon, again and again, by me and/or my Company. They do fantastic work, have a tremendous amount of expertise, and I cannot recommend them enough!"
"Excellent abatement contractor"
"I've done business with them years ago and they were always very professional operation and have a very good crew."
Other things people in Oxford 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 Oxford and the area around it.