How can you tell if your well water is bad?

• <div><p>Some of the signs that could mean your water is contaminated, such as cloudiness or bubbliness, could also be non-problems that don’t affect your water’s potability. However, if your water smells or tastes strange, it’s a good idea to stop drinking it and test it immediately. If your well water is contaminated, the best way to discover that is to test it.</p></div>

Can I paint over lead paint?

• <div><p>You can paint over lead paint, or “encapsulate” it with a special paint that includes an ingredient called an encapsulant. The EPA approves encapsulation as a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-options-do-i-have-remove-lead-paint.htm">lead paint removal method</a> as long as the paint remains undisturbed. Standard types of paint without an “encapsulant” from the big box stores or hardware stores do not meet EPA standards for remediation of lead-based paint.</p></div>

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Q: How do you test for lead in your water?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-test-for-lead-in-water-for.htm">How you test for lead in your water</a> depends on the source of your home's water supply. If you have municipal water, your local water system may offer to test the water for free or may connect you to a lab that will perform the testing.</p><p>If you have a private well that provides drinking water, you are responsible for testing it for lead. Look for a lab that is accredited by your state's Department of Environmental Protection to perform the test.</p></div>

Q: How is lead testing performed in residential properties?

• <div><p>Lead testing in residential properties involves collecting samples from paint, dust, soil, or plumbing and analyzing them in certified laboratories to accurately identify lead levels.</p></div>

Q: What factors affect testing costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.</p></div>

Q: Can I paint over lead paint?

• <div><p>You can paint over lead paint, or &ldquo;encapsulate&rdquo; it with a special paint that includes an ingredient called an encapsulant. The EPA approves encapsulation as a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-options-do-i-have-remove-lead-paint.htm">lead paint removal method</a> as long as the paint remains undisturbed. Standard types of paint without an &ldquo;encapsulant&rdquo; from the big box stores or hardware stores do not meet EPA standards for remediation of lead-based paint.</p></div>

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Crazy situation, needed help fast. Estimate was spot on, reasonable, work completed efficiently, professionally and an overall outstanding crew. Highly recommend and already have to neighbors.
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I had an amazing experience with this family-owned and operated plumbing and air conditioning company! From the very first phone call, their professionalism and care were clear. They treated my home with respect and showed up exactly when they said they would?no waiting around or wondering when...
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They were prompt, efficient and very nice.
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Great business owner and worker. Fair price and love d the product
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Very professional business with the right equipment to get the job done. Cut down 10 dead and dying trees & removed stumps. Cleaned up all debris! Will definitely be calling them again!!!
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They did an excellent job. They were honest , hard working and did a professional job. Yes I would use them again and highly recommend. It's hard nowadays to find someone that says what they would do and then do it . But these guys were good. They did everything I asked them to do . Thanks again...
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If you need firewood or tree removal I highly recommend them.
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Reviewed in August 2022
Amazing! Excellent work and attention to detail. Team was extremely friendly and ensured everything was taken care of and cleaned up prior to leaving. Highly recommend!!!
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Very professional and thorough, friendly and knowledgeable. Mike has done a whole house and a couple of 4 point inspections for me while I was looking for a house to buy - very competitive pricing and a pleasure to work with!
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Reviewed in July 2021
Very Friendly, fast and detailed. Did a great job and cleaned up after themselves. I did not have to keep them on track, they listened to my needs and did the work. I plan to hire them again once the house sells. They were knowledgeable of what to do and did a very professional job of it!!...
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Serving Florala, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

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"They are very professional, and go above and beyond for their customers!
Mr. Klein was very helpful, came over when insurance adjuster was here, to help with questions I wouldn't of thought of.
They were always prompt, friendly, cheerful and courteous, and let me know what they were doing and why.
I have not had a problem with leakage since they fixed the roof, and would and will call them again when something need replaced or fixed in my house.

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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

How you test for lead in your water depends on the source of your home's water supply. If you have municipal water, your local water system may offer to test the water for free or may connect you to a lab that will perform the testing.

If you have a private well that provides drinking water, you are responsible for testing it for lead. Look for a lab that is accredited by your state's Department of Environmental Protection to perform the test.

Lead testing in residential properties involves collecting samples from paint, dust, soil, or plumbing and analyzing them in certified laboratories to accurately identify lead levels.

Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.

Some of the signs that could mean your water is contaminated, such as cloudiness or bubbliness, could also be non-problems that don’t affect your water’s potability. However, if your water smells or tastes strange, it’s a good idea to stop drinking it and test it immediately. If your well water is contaminated, the best way to discover that is to test it.

You can paint over lead paint, or “encapsulate” it with a special paint that includes an ingredient called an encapsulant. The EPA approves encapsulation as a lead paint removal method as long as the paint remains undisturbed. Standard types of paint without an “encapsulant” from the big box stores or hardware stores do not meet EPA standards for remediation of lead-based paint.

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