Vinyl Tile Removal

[Redlantern]

I think the best thing to do is get with the adminstrative authority on this one and find out how they want it done. Too many potential liabilities. While the internet is great for ideas, there is no accountability here. The asbestos can be a pretty serious issue, I personally wouldn't take advice from a bunch of people I don't know and have never met. Not trying to insult anyone, just my two cents.

[pureinsanity]

I was doing research on asbestos because I have lots of it in my home.

the EPA says

Asbestos Do's And Don'ts for the Homeowner

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Do keep activities to a minimum in any areas having damaged material that may contain asbestos.

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Do take every precaution to avoid damaging asbestos material.

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Do have removal and major repair done by people trained and qualified in handling asbestos. It is highly recommended that sampling and minor repair also be done by asbestos professionals.

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Don't dust, sweep, or vacuum debris that may contain asbestos.

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Don't saw, sand, scrape, or drill holes in asbestos materials.

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Don't use abrasive pads or brushes on power strippers to strip wax from asbestos flooring. Never use a power stripper on a dry floor.

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Don't sand or try to level asbestos flooring or its backing. When asbestos flooring needs replacing, install new floor covering over it, if possible.

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Don't track material that could contain asbestos through the house. If you cannot avoid walking through the area, have it cleaned with a wet mop. If the material is from a damaged area, or if a large area must be cleaned, call an asbestos professional.

[pureinsanity]

I think your best bet is to pay for someone to come and remove this completely and the right way

[LightningBG]

I think, slap your walls up and pad/carpet right over the top of it.

[pureinsanity]

I would remove it myself or do what lightning bug says. It all depends on what you want to do.