On 27 Nov 2005 15:49:03 -0800, "Yank_fan_2965"
wrote:

Thanks for your advice, guys. TB, when you talk about grinding the
elevated spots flat, are you talking about using the hammer and chisel
method, or some easier way with some kind of power tool that I'm
unaware of?
Also, for removing vinyl asbestos, do you need anything more than a
scraper, or is that usually enough? Do you need a heat gun or anything
to losen them up?
-mike

My father was in the flooring business. He removed lots of vinyl
asbstos tile. Thiw was before all the scare tactics used to make
someone rich. You are correct. The asbestos is contained in the
vinyl. As long as you dont sand or grind it, its safe. Just scrape
the tiles up full or in pieces. A heat gun might help. Get a wide
and durable scraper. My dad made his own by sharpening the end of a
piece of broken auto leaf spring. (local junk yard or service
garage).

To get rid of the floor bumps, there is a grinder that is used for
streets. Its a large drivable machine. However, I think they do make
a small version (electric). Check your local tool rental place. Or
rent a concrete saw, and set the blade for 1/8" deep and start cutting
grooves. Finish with a chisel and top with hydraulic cement. Of
course remove the tile first or you will release asbestos dust.
Cutting concrete is very messy, so be prepared.

Mark