dupattaluella t1_iue35ro wrote on October 30, 2022 at 5:08 PM

Reply to comment by ASheepAtTheWheel in Potential problems with removing existing carpet over hardwood without refinishing or replacing carpet? by ASheepAtTheWheel

What help are you looking for then? Practically, carpet is easy to remove. What specific advice are you looking for.

stealthxstar t1_iue3gk8 wrote on October 30, 2022 at 5:10 PM

Their post title has their question. Are there any issues that could arise.

dupattaluella t1_iue4rhy wrote on October 30, 2022 at 5:18 PM

Yes. Black mold, floors could be shit, carpet could be difficult to remove, carpet pad could have mold, carpet pad could be difficult to remove, floors could be tough to refinish, floors might not be able to be refinished, and the carpet may not be able to be reused and OP would have to purchase new carpet and new carpet pad.

Almost anything could arise. Which is why it's not smart to invest time and money fixing up a place that isn't yours.

ASheepAtTheWheel OP t1_iujddb2 wrote on October 31, 2022 at 7:43 PM

It appears that you didn’t see my earlier comment. I am legally cleared to do this. The only question is who is paying for what replacement/refinishing, if any. In addition I work with real estate developers and contractors daily and am well-versed in black mold. In addition I am also trained in the identification of hazardous/historic construction materials as well as their safe removal and disposal. I didn’t ask for judgment on my situation and I’m not entirely sure why you care so much about whether or not I’m “messing” with someone else’s property, but thank you for your input.

dupattaluella t1_iujfjrf wrote on October 31, 2022 at 7:57 PM

Then, it sounds like you should have all this figured out and not need any advice.