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Yes, many services offer environmentally friendly disposal options.

You can remove glued-down laminate floor by prying up each individual tile with a pry bar, then scraping off the glue with a scraper. A heat gun can help soften the glue and make it easier to peel away. Keep in mind that old laminate floor tiles may contain asbestos, particularly in the adhesive. If your home was built before the 1980s, consult a pro.

While a biohazard cleanup sounds like a scary process, knowing what to expect can help ease your concerns and set you up for success. It’s good to note that more than one professional might be needed depending on your situation, but that will be determined during the assessment. What you can expect during a home biohazard cleanup is the following:

• Assessment: The first step in this process is for a biohazard cleanup professional to assess the damage. They create a report that includes the biohazard safety level, the needed damage cleanup, and the time it should take to complete the project. 

• Setup: The cleanup professional prepares the site to prevent cross-contamination and reduce toxicity risk. This process can include tarping and creating decontamination zones. 

• Removal of surface contamination: Any contaminated materials are removed from the area, starting with large materials followed by small ones. The professional can assess any floor-related damage once everything is removed from the site. 

• Salvaging items: The biohazard cleanup professionals assess which items can be saved and which are contaminated beyond the point of saving. Those deemed unsafe will be disposed of immediately. 

• Waste disposal: The next step is carefully disposing of the hazardous waste. Your professional will place the contaminated items in specific containers to keep the contamination from spreading.   

• Disinfection: The house will be disinfected and odor-neutralized. Even more minor details, like light switches and bulbs, will be disinfected so that they do not recontaminate the area in the future. 

• Restoration: Once the decontamination is complete, the last step is to restore the home. This includes repairing the damage to flooring, walls, or even the home's foundation.  

Tipping your junk removal workers is completely your call, and you’re by no means required to give the workers a tip. However, if you’re pleased with the service and think it was a job well done, then a $10 to $20 tip per mover would be appropriate and highly appreciated. This is an especially good idea if your movers hauled away large, bulky items through tight spaces or up and down stairs or if they went above and beyond to ensure you were satisfied with the work.