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Crown Colony Construction
3.8(
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Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Bolton, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Crown Colony Construction seemed very decent with his quote. We never went ahead with the project, but we would have chosen him to do the project had we gone ahead. We had a positive image of him during the quoting process. We never went beyond getting quotes though. He was very responsive, reasonable and answered all the questions. His prices were competitive and he was prompt. He seemed very direct and very reliable."
Custom Homes
Kitchen Remodeling
Room Additions
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Anthony’s Abatement LLC
New to Angi
Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Bolton, CT and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We Protect Your Family Like Our Own\nAnthony's Abatement is Connecticut's leading abatement and demolition company. Specialized in removing asbestos, lead-based paint, mold and interior/exterior demolition. For over 10 years we've provided the highest level of service for our residential and commercial clients. To experience your red carpet treatment start to finish, call Anthony's Abatement today

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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

Lead removal is crucial in older homes to eliminate risks of lead poisoning, which can severely affect health, particularly in children, by impacting development and cognitive functions.

“Testing” can start with your senses: Assessing your water’s appearance, taste, and smell can all be good first steps. The best way to know for sure what’s going on with your water is to use a well water testing kit, which can tell you about the specific levels of bacteria, dissolved solids, and hardness of your water with precision. Have a pro test your well water at least once per year.

While not all homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, enough do, so you’ll still want to test to be on the safe side. The federal government banned lead-based paint for homes in 1978, but your state may have banned lead before that time. Around 24% of homes built between 1960 and 1977 contained lead-based paint, while 87% of homes built before 1940 contained lead-based paint.

A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won’t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed. 

While the EPA provides guidelines for homeowners to perform DIY lead paint removal, it is a risky process and generally not recommended due to serious health risks and strict regulatory requirements. The process requires precise safety precautions, such as wearing a respirator and protective eyeglasses, creating sealed exits, and using a HEPA vacuum for cleanup. To ensure the job is done safely, effectively, and in compliance with regulations, it is highly recommended to hire a professional lead abatement company. Certified professionals have the necessary training, experience, and specialized equipment (like chemical strippers and HEPA vacuums) to handle and dispose of hazardous materials safely.

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