Have asbestos tiles? We offer asbestos tile removal in Michigan! Here’s some helpful information. Asbestos floor tiles were commonly installed in homes, schools, and businesses before the late 1980s. These tiles and the black mastic adhesive beneath them often contain asbestos fibers. While intact tiles may not appear dangerous, disturbing them can release harmful fibers into the air.

The most serious health conditions associated with asbestos tiles exposure include asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. These illnesses develop slowly, often decades after exposure. Even brief or low-level exposure can increase long-term risk, especially during renovation or demolition projects.

Asbestos tile exposure frequently occurs when homeowners attempt to remove old flooring themselves. Scraping, breaking, or grinding tiles releases fibers that settle into dust and spread throughout the property. Once airborne, asbestos fibers are invisible and odorless, making exposure difficult to detect.

Professional asbestos tile removal prevents these risks by using proper containment and removal techniques. Licensed contractors such as REST, isolate the work area, use specialized tools, and safely dispose of asbestos materials at approved facilities.

REST Environmental offers asbestos tile and mastic removal along with general asbestos abatement, mold remediation and testing, basement tear-outs, water damage restoration, epoxy flooring installation, crawl space cleanouts, silica dust testing, insulation removal, and insulation installation. Serving all of Lower Michigan, the company ensures asbestos tiles are handled safely and legally.

If your property has older flooring, do not assume it is safe. A professional asbestos inspection can prevent serious health consequences and costly contamination.