What should I do if I want to remodel or remove the insulation?

We strongly recommend that you hire a trained and certified asbestos contractor to remove the insulation using a "negative pressure enclosure" technique. This technique prevents asbestos fibers from escaping the attic into the rest of the house.

After the insulation is removed and the project is completed, the contractor should monitor the air to see if the indoor air meets acceptable standards.

Do not attempt to remove the insulation yourself. You could spread asbestos fibers throughout the house, putting you and your family at risk of inhaling asbestos fibers.