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I had a gentleman tell me that a home inspector reported asbestos flooring in a home he was purchasing. I asked him if the inspector had a sample tested to see what the material was made of. He said he did not. He just looked at it and said it was asbestos. I would like some input on this.
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Testing is the only way to be sure BUT I have never heard of any tests coming back that said it was not . </IMG> If I can answer any questions please send me email Roycooke@hotmail.com On an inspection and need immediate help call my cell 613-827-2011 |
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There is 9 x 9 brown speckled tile that you "know" are asbestos by sight, but it is still prudent to explain that these tiles are commonly known to contain asbestos and recommend a test. Typically, you will still find them on classroom floors in schools built in the 60's. The mastic contains asbestos, as well (black). Never make a claim that you cannot back up with a lab report or manufacturer's report, though.
James H. Bushart Professional Building Analyst, BPI Missouri, Kansas and Arkansas 314-803-2167 Inspecting in Aurora, Branson, Carthage, Granby, Joplin, Kimberling City, Monett, Mount Vernon, Neosho, Nixa, Purdy, Reed Spring, Republic, Springfield and surrounding areas. |
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Some companies, such as Johns Mansville, have been nice enough to tell the world which of their old products contain asbestos.
NACHI 2005 U.S. Member of the Year
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ldapkus is a non-member guest and is in no way affiliated with InterNACHI or its members.
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http://www.asbestosbeach.com/uploads...stos_Beach.pdf I spent over a year at that site for the building demolitions.Interesting. |
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And that is just one of the many Linas.
We had one hear in Maine for awhile, now it is all going out of State somewhere I believe. Thanks for the article. Marcel LEED Green Associates InachiAwardsPortal: Inachi US Member of the Year Award 2009 |
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Thanks for sharing that....wow what a tragedy. As a avid fisherman and lover of lakes this just makes me nuts. Do you know what the current action is to fix this? Looked like it was just going to be there! Curt |
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ldapkus is a non-member guest and is in no way affiliated with InterNACHI or its members.
Many 9"x9" tiles.
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These tiles obviously came in a variety of colors and as I recall the mastic was an asphalt type material and in some cases the tiles were torched down...this is my memory as a child watching a repairman work on our basement laundry room...may have also been a bad trip
ADAIR INSPECTION 972-487-5634 Commercial-Residential-Construction-EIFS-Infrared Thermography TREC # 4563 EDI: EIFS-MA TX # 39 2008 US Member of the Year life is the random lottery of events followed by numerous narrow escapes accept the good Last edited by badair; 4/12/08 at 8:28 AM.. |
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When I run into the 9 x 9 tiles that appear to be asbestos tiles, I simply note in the report that the tiles may contain asbestos and before removal, have tile tested by a local lab.
I also recommend that they not remove these tiles and to simply cover right over them. |
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Thanks everyone. I am always looking for better ways to point out possible problems without alarming my client and Realtors but still covering my behind!!
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