Linoleum floor removal. Ugh. What a big job. And, one that will take a heep of time and effort. It’s actually one of the most difficult home improvement projects to take on precisely because it’s so very labor intensive. Fortunately, it doesn’t require specialized contractor skills. Which means, just about anyone can do it. Although, you’ll still need a modicum of handyman skills to pull it off without causing damage. Read on to learn more about linoleum floor removal and disposal.
Linoleum Floor Disposal
Before you go about linoleum floor removal in Fort Myers, FL, you need to think about its disposal. That’s right, when you go into any type of home improvement, the debris takes a big part in the process. After all, you’ve got to do something with those old materials.
One of the most frustrating home remodeling tasks is trying to remove an old linoleum or vinyl floor. Even when the linoleum is pulled off, things only get worse. Now you’re faced with gobs of old glue that seem harder than meteorites all over the floor. --ImproveNet.com
Which means, you’ll need a bit of help along the way. So, take a moment to schedule a junk hauling service to come out to get the remodeling debris and take the occasion to get rid of other unwanted stuff.
Linoleum Floor Removal Guide
To begin the linoleum floor replacement process, you’ll first need to empty out the room. Don’t leave anything behind, including any decor and/or furniture. Then, do the following:
- Test for asbestos first. There’s a possibility that linoleum flooring can contain asbestos. So, don’t take a chance and test for the substance before you do anything else. If it tests positive, you’ll need to bring in a professional crew.
- Carefully remove the linoleum. Start with a corner and attempt to pull up the linoleum from that corner over to the opposing side. If it’s glued down, you won’t be able to pull it off the subfloor. So, use a floor scraper to remove the linoleum.
- Remove the adhesive. There are plenty of adhesive removers available. But, these can soak into the hardwood and damage it permanently. Try using steam or even boiling water to loosen the adhesive. Then, use a floor scraper to remove any remnants of the glue.
- Junk the old linoleum floor. Now the linoleum flooring is up, you can junk it. But, it’s also possible to reuse it, if it remains in good condition. You might have a use for it in another location.
Once you have the linoleum up, you can just phone 800-433-1094 or visit AAA Rousse Services. We can help with that and so much more, so give us a ring today.