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>

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>

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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>

Q: What are the most serious issues that arise in a home inspection?

• <div><p>Structural problems with the foundation or roof, water damage, and plumbing or electrical issues are all red flags in a home inspection. These problems can pose serious safety risks and be costly to repair. If a home inspection identifies any serious issues, you&rsquo;ll want to remedy the problem as quickly as possible to avoid the problem getting any worse. </p></div>

Q: What factors affect lead testing costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on the number of samples, testing method, lab fees, and whether on-site inspections are required.</p></div>

Q: Can I remove lead from my home myself?

• <div><p>DIY lead removal is not recommended due to the health risks and regulatory requirements involved. Professional services ensure compliance with safety standards and effective removal.</p></div>

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These guys are great! We had them do the side of our house with cement. They had to remove all the old fake grass and level the dirt. They also put in the piping for a sprinkler system that they will do in the summer for the sod, which they will put in. They were very professional! We are...
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Reviewed in October 2024
My house had a large water leak from a toilet supply line and Adams D and R came out mitigated all of it. They had the ruined drywall out and framing dried in just a couple of days! On top of that, they had a drywall team out and my house put back together by the end of the week! Excellent...
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Reviewed in June 2024
Very punctual and friendly. Gave suggestions to improve life of faucets and shut off valves
The Loyal Flush, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
They went out of their way to make sure everything on my sprinkler system was working and found an issue and fixed it.
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Reviewed in March 2022
They were here on time and completed the project in a timely manner. Alta Sierra Landscaping did a very professional job and they were very critical about everything that they did. The project turned out better than we had expected and would hire them again in a heartbeat.
Alta Sierra Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
He was prompt, kept in constant phone contact on parts that were ordered and completed the project in a timely manner. The owner and his workers were conscientious, courteous, responsible and willing to provide any and all information. They even went above the call of duty and looked at other...
ALMIGHTY ELECTRIC
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Reviewed in January 2022
Great work and very nice and the service was out standing.
Horns Painting
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Reviewed in March 2021
They were easy to work with for scheduling. They showed up on time and everyone was very kind and curtious
Yuma Electric Service, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2021
Jeremy, the owner is amazing!!! Extremely knowledgeable and explains everything very thoroughly. He takes the extra step and goes above and beyond. I would highly recommend his company to anyone in Yuma. 4-21-2022 Rehired for a second project This is the second time we used Jeremy we were...
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Reviewed in December 2020
Ray, the owner, and all the guys who work for him were so courteous and helpful. They were very thorough and finished the whole roof in very little time. Great people to work with and high quality.
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Arizona Indoor Air Quality and Environmental Testing, LLC

Arizona Indoor Air Quality and Environmental Testing, LLC

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Arizona Indoor Air Quality & Environmental Testing, LLC, is a environmental testing company. We perform testing and inspections for residential, commercial and industrial Our consultants are experts in testing building materials for hazardous materials such as asbestos, mold, lead, radon, drug lab testing, volatile organic compounds (VOC's) & other hazardous materials. AZ-IAQ & Environmental Testings�� principal has been performing indoor are quality related projects for over 25 years, throughout the western united states. Experience includes; abatement of asbestos, lead, & mold, project management, estimating, oversight, initial surveys / investigations environmental testing, & post remediation & abatement clearances for over 25 years. We provide free phone estimates throughout the state of Arizona.

"We are extremely happy with the job he did. We highly recommend Tracy. He was knowledgeable and professional. Thank you."

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"We are extremely happy with the job he did. We highly recommend Tracy. He was knowledgeable and professional. Thank you."

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We are a full service Commercial, Residential and Industrial painting company. We specialize in professional, high quality work while maintaining a personal home town relationship with our customers no matter the size of the job.

Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Structural problems with the foundation or roof, water damage, and plumbing or electrical issues are all red flags in a home inspection. These problems can pose serious safety risks and be costly to repair. If a home inspection identifies any serious issues, you’ll want to remedy the problem as quickly as possible to avoid the problem getting any worse.

Costs depend on the number of samples, testing method, lab fees, and whether on-site inspections are required.

DIY lead removal is not recommended due to the health risks and regulatory requirements involved. Professional services ensure compliance with safety standards and effective removal.

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