Express AbatementSoutheast Michigan
Floor Tile Removal

Asbestos floor tile removal
done right.

9×9 and 12×12 vinyl asbestos tile. Black cutback mastic. Sheet vinyl backing. Lab-confirmed identification, MIOSHA-licensed removal, EGLE notification handled. Fixed-price written quotes.

$5–$20
Per sq ft
3–5 days
Lab turnaround
Fixed
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Types of asbestos-containing flooring

Each type requires different sampling and abatement protocols. We identify all materials present before writing your quote.

9×9
9x9 Vinyl Asbestos Tile

Almost universally positive in pre-1985 installs. Speckled/marbled pattern. 1940s–1970s. 15–25% asbestos content typical.

12×12
12x12 Vinyl Asbestos Tile

Transition era 1960s–mid-1980s. Lab analysis required — identical appearance to asbestos-free versions. 5–15% typical.

Mastic
Black Cutback Mastic

Dark brown/black adhesive beneath the tile. Often asbestos-containing even when tiles are not. Must be addressed as part of abatement.

Sheet
Vinyl Sheet Flooring

Pre-1985 'linoleum' — asbestos often in the paper/felt backing, not the surface layer. Backing must be sampled separately.

Removal vs. encapsulation

Not every asbestos tile needs to be removed. The right answer depends on your renovation plans and the condition of the tile.

Remove when:
Renovation requires subfloor access
Tile is broken, loose, or deteriorating
Installing LVP, hardwood, or products needing flat substrate
Pre-sale — documented removal is cleaner disclosure
Tiles already partially removed or disturbed
Encapsulate when:
Tile is fully intact, undamaged, and well-adhered
No subfloor access needed for renovation
Installing carpet or LVP over flat, intact tile
No immediate plans to sell
Faster and cheaper: typically saves $1,500–$4,000 vs. removal

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