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Q: Why is lead testing important before purchasing a property?

• <div><p>Lead testing prior to purchasing a property ensures that the new owners are informed about potential hazards, prevents health risks associated with lead poisoning, and facilitates timely remediation.</p></div>

Q: How long does lead dust stay in the air?

• <div><p>When a surface that contains lead dust is disturbed, the dust can float about in the air for roughly an hour before settling again. Since you cannot see the dust, it is important always to wear protective gear when working with any materials that may contain lead paint and to keep children, pets, and others away from the area for as long as possible</p></div>

Q: Is it safe to drink yellow water?

• <div><p>Iron sediments from rusty pipes are not likely to cause health problems. While a glass of yellow-hued water is off-putting, it is generally safe to drink yellow water in the short term. But you certainly want to address this problem. In the meantime, switching to bottled water until the yellow water issue is resolved is a good idea. </p></div>

Q: How do professionals test for other toxic materials in a home?

• <div><p>Professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to detect asbestos, radon, and VOCs.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to remove lead paint?

• <div><p>You do not have to remove lead paint if the surface is not chipping or peeling or if there are no pregnant people or children under the age of six who live in or regularly visit your home. Lead paint is a particular risk for young children whose brains and bodies are not fully developed. Experts strongly recommend that you call a pro to remove lead paint if it&rsquo;s peeling or flaking, no matter who lives in the home. You can experience lead poisoning by breathing in or ingesting just a small amount of it.</p></div>

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Last update on July 24, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
They kept me informed about the fees for the removal, their arrival time. They were professional and polite.
Joe's Junk Removal
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Reviewed in September 2025
Full Circle Tree Service did a professional and thorough job removing dead oaks from my property. I have used them before and they have always done excellent work
Full Circle Tree Service
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Reviewed in January 2024
I placed a call not knowing how it would go with all the junk removal trucks nowadays but wow I'm sure glad I did! Trey showed up in no time, and immediately got to work- truly professional. He had no issue to remove anything, a totally stress free experience. 10/10 would call again.
Leucadia Junk Removal LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
Testing was scheduled and performed quickly. The administrative team was particularly professional and polite.
Envirocheck, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2023
ASAP Tree Service did a wonderful job removing my tree. They were prompt and thorough. They also cleaned up the debris at a reasonable price. Highly recommend them.
La Costa Tree Service & Maintenance, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2022
Evan and his team helped me on two occasions; one time to delivery furniture I bought from a store, and another time to remove furniture from inside my house, and also a side yard full of junk/old patio furniture and haul it to the dump. They made the process quick and easy, and removed the...
Secure Hauling and Junk Removal
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Reviewed in September 2021
These guys did a great job. They finished our tree removal in about an hour and a half from start to finish. Good pricing and good customer service. They were very responsive and were able to remove our tree just a few days after initial contact.
Gutierrez Tree Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2021
Doug was very professional and informative on what products were available with lead times etc. He was on time and replaced/installed our new garage door and motor seamlessly. I would highly recommend Great American Door and Screen and especially Doug!
Great American Door & Screen, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2021
I thought there was mold in the home due to some health issues I was experiencing. The testing was quick and when the results came back, the assessor explained everything to me. Thank goodness I didn’t have mold! But if I did, I would have gone with Green Home Solutions! I will definitely refer...
Green Home Solutions TrueEnviro
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Reviewed in December 2020
True professional, Jimmy did an excellent job and got did of a few really bad stains out that we never thought could be removed. Careful, through, polite and very fairly priced. Iâ d highly recommend him!
Xtreme Cleaning
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San Diego Abatement Services

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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Everything was done with great quality, prompt, courteous, flexible, and fair pricing. I would highly recommend to anyone."

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Hamilton Testing Services, Inc.

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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Evan was very helpful and professional. He ensured I had all the information about the testing process and answered all of my questions. He was also very friendly and honest with me about the work that has been done on my house and any future work to be done. As soon as I have a new project I will be reaching out to him directly and can’t recommend him enough!"

Response time12 hrs

Response rate86%

60 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very fast and a cost effective solution to asbestos testing for us."

Response time9 hrs

8 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Pacific Environmental & Abatement Solutions Inc

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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great. The folks were very professional and very efficient. I would highly recommend them. Fast response! Great work! Thank you again."

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Palomar Restoration Services Inc

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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"From color matching the paint, repairing stucco and installing gutters and new fascia boards, the teams did outstanding work. They were professional and friendly and completed the work in a timely matter. Very satisfied with the result."

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

"Very well, they finished ahead of schedule and it came out great."

Recommended by96%of homeowners

Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They were super fast, efficient and vey thorough. They did a great job. We were very happy with the service. They were also very professional."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Entech Environmental Group

New to Angi

Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

26 years of experience

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City Environmental, Inc.

New to Angi

Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At City Environmental, Inc., we are your premier choice for Asbestos and Lead Testing. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. Call today!

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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

Lead testing prior to purchasing a property ensures that the new owners are informed about potential hazards, prevents health risks associated with lead poisoning, and facilitates timely remediation.

When a surface that contains lead dust is disturbed, the dust can float about in the air for roughly an hour before settling again. Since you cannot see the dust, it is important always to wear protective gear when working with any materials that may contain lead paint and to keep children, pets, and others away from the area for as long as possible

Iron sediments from rusty pipes are not likely to cause health problems. While a glass of yellow-hued water is off-putting, it is generally safe to drink yellow water in the short term. But you certainly want to address this problem. In the meantime, switching to bottled water until the yellow water issue is resolved is a good idea.

Professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to detect asbestos, radon, and VOCs.

You do not have to remove lead paint if the surface is not chipping or peeling or if there are no pregnant people or children under the age of six who live in or regularly visit your home. Lead paint is a particular risk for young children whose brains and bodies are not fully developed. Experts strongly recommend that you call a pro to remove lead paint if it’s peeling or flaking, no matter who lives in the home. You can experience lead poisoning by breathing in or ingesting just a small amount of it.

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