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 much does lead paint testing cost?

• <div><p>Professional testing for lead paint costs about <b>$300</b>, ranging from about <b>$250 to $700</b>, depending on the square footage, accessibility, and location. However, testing for lead paint with a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-test-lead-paint.htm">DIY home-testing kit</a> costs about <b>$25</b>, but doesn’t guarantee accurate results. The <a href="https://www.epa.gov/lead/lead-test-kits">U.S. Environmental Protection Agency</a> (EPA) recommends using a lead test kit that complies with the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule, which has strict criteria for ensuring a more accurate reading.</p><p>Common home surfaces to test for lead include:</p><ul><li><p>Walls</p></li><li><p>Windows</p></li><li><p>Doors</p></li><li><p>Molding and trim</p></li><li><p>Railings</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What are the health risks associated with lead exposure?

• <div><p>Lead exposure poses significant health risks, including neurological, developmental, and behavioral disorders, especially critical in young children and fetuses.</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>

Q: What steps should be taken if lead is found in a property?

• <div><p>If lead is detected in a property, steps should include arranging for professional removal or containment, notifying all occupants, and implementing interim safety measures to reduce exposure.</p></div>

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>

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We are an award-winning, fully Licensed, Insured and Bondable, Design/Build, Open Shop, General Contracting, Specialty Contracting, and Construction Management Company. We are also a SAM certified US Federal Government Contractor (Top 2% of US contractors) We specialize in Construction, Investment Property Development, Value Engineering/Integrated Project Development (IPD), Constructability Review, and Building Material Imports including Sourcing and Logistics. Our Scope of projects include: USACE and NAVFAC Projects Restoration/Maintenance Contracts High End Detailed Custom/Bespoke single family home Design and Build in the $1.5M-$15M range Semi Spec and Track Multifamily Home Building - under 50 Units Commercial New Construction Retail TI Licensing Specialist / RME Projects $10M Bond Capacity This range of experience requires us to consider every detail in order to meet and exceed the strictest of site specific owner expectations, QC, finish tolerances and specifications in the construction industry for every definable feature of work, while advising you on long lasting, quality materials as your reasonable budget allows. We serve Oahu (Waipahu to Koko Head, Kaneohe, Kailua, and All Military installations), Big Island (Keauhou to Hawi, Waimea and Pohakuloa training grounds), Kauai (Lihue, Koloa, Poipu, Barking Sands), and Maui (Whole Island), Along with all US territories for Federal contracting work. Purchase your construction with us! We will work diligently with you, keeping you abreast of all aspects of your project. We have a high safety rating, and are able to comply with the strictest safety requirements in the world (EM 385-1-1), including a SSHO if required. If you have a project we would be a good fit for, or want to be one of our subcontractors, please fill out a form on our website or reach us at: www.MC-HI.com +1-808-753-3393 Cell +1-808-688-8839 Office [email protected] We look forward to working with you!

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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

Lead exposure poses significant health risks, including neurological, developmental, and behavioral disorders, especially critical in young children and fetuses.

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.

Professional testing for lead paint costs about $300, ranging from about $250 to $700, depending on the square footage, accessibility, and location. However, testing for lead paint with a DIY home-testing kit costs about $25, but doesn’t guarantee accurate results. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends using a lead test kit that complies with the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule, which has strict criteria for ensuring a more accurate reading.

Common home surfaces to test for lead include:

Walls
Windows
Doors
Molding and trim
Railings

If lead is detected in a property, steps should include arranging for professional removal or containment, notifying all occupants, and implementing interim safety measures to reduce exposure.

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.

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