We got a quote for laminate flooring from Home Depot, and they said because our house is so old, that we would have to have the vinyl tile under the carpet tested for asbestos. Is this a law? Would you require this? I wouldn't even know who to call

You can capsulate the asbestos. It is easy to identify. Just don't disturb it. It is only a hazard once it is grinded into materials small enough to breathe in. Since you want to do laminate I would not remove but would apply a liquid material to go over it that would harden, then install the laminate. I would only do this if you plan on staying in the house. If you plan on moving then don't do anything and let it be the problem of the person moving in.

Yes it is required. And if it has asbestos it will cost more to perform proper abatement. If the squares of laminate tile are 9x9 your guaranteed that it will be made with asbestos

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