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Q: Can I remove lead paint myself, or should I hire a professional?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Does homeowners insurance cover lead paint removal?

• <div><p>No. Standard homeowners insurance does not cover any kind of lead remediation, focusing instead on sudden, unpreventable events like fires and theft. Many insurance companies will specifically exclude lead paint removal, since it tends to be an expensive and unavoidable project. The exception is if the lead surface is damaged during a covered event (like a flood) and homeowners insurance pays its replacement.</p></div>

Q: Why is lead paint toxic?

• <div><p>Lead toxicity comes from inhaling lead or consuming it. Before the 1980s, when the government banned lead from consumer use, it could be found in paint, plumbing, pipes, ceramics, and even gasoline. Lead paint is toxic for the same reason lead itself is toxic, which is why lead poisoning from paint presents the same as lead poisoning from water or food sources, with a slight increase in respiratory symptoms vs. digestive symptoms. Lead paint is most dangerous when it&rsquo;s old and peeling, cracking, or otherwise disturbed. This increases the concentration in the air and, therefore, in breathable air. </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: What is the best way to dispose of hazardous wastes?

• <div><p>Household products such as paints, cleaners, oils, and batteries are considered hazardous and should not be disposed of with regular household waste. Instead, look for local household hazardous waste collection facilities where you can safely dispose of these items without harming the environment or human health.</p></div>

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Last update on February 14, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
Ramsey tree removal has removed 2 trees and completed trimming on multiple other trees. I will continue to call them for any tree needs.
Ramsey Tree Service
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Reviewed in October 2022
The installer was very nice and professional, clean and installed a new shower (removed old tub) in one day! Very knowledgeable about the product and installation. I would recommend them and hire them again.
Bath Planet of Springfield
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Reviewed in September 2022
Had appointment for certain date. They had an equipment breakdown that delayed their arrival. I wish they had called to say they would be late. They trimmed several trees and removed two bushes. I have no complaint about the quality of their work. I believe price was reasonable.
Sangamon County Stump Grinders and Tree Service
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Reviewed in April 2022
My tree removal , stump grinding and trimming was completed in a timely and efficient manner. Devon was very good at communicating and making sure that the job was done to my satisfaction. They did an excellent job cleaning up too. I would rehire them for any future projects.
Double D & Son Tree Experts, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
We purchased a 1970s home in the spring of 2020 and a major remodel ensued, including the HVAC system. Even though our home is outside of Muzzy’s normal geographic area, as past customers, they drove over an hour and accommodated our needs! CJ, the owner of Muzzy’s Hometown Heating and Cooling,...
Muzzy's Hometown Heating & Cooling Inc
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Reviewed in November 2019
I hired this company for fall cleanup and some limb removal. They also did cleanup and crack filling in my old driveway. It looks very nice.
Rumble bee tree service - Inicio Facebook
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Reviewed in October 2019
David arrived promptly and was ready to begin painting as we had removed furniture and cleared shelves in the dinning area Greatly impressed by his work from start to cleanup Will hire him for our next paint job. You wont find a better professional painter We Highly recommend Nesmith.
Nesmith Painting and Drywall
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Reviewed in November 2018
They were very professional. Both owners came to door and gave estimate. They cleared our front yard of leaves and did an outstanding job. There was not one leaf left, picked up sticks and even brought the trash can back to our house. My husband was upset with me for booking them because he...
Mr. Lawn Care and More
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Reviewed in September 2016
Our trees were removed in a very professional, efficient and timely manner. We would use them again.
Crowley Tree Experts
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Reviewed in August 2016
Every thing went well. Installer came in ready to go to work. Quickly determined what needed to be done. Took care to protect our stuff. Quickly pulled up old carpet and removed toilet. Underlayment was bad due to water damage. Removed and replaced. Finished install of new tile. Whole...
Premier Flooring
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RoadRunnerz Midwest

5.0(

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Serving Virden, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They are very productive and responsible. They are professional and very good at their trade."

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Vern Coleman

New to Angi

Serving Virden, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

I am an independent contractor with the experience and tools necessary to complete most jobs. I have two full time jobs and I pick up extra work to supplement my income during slow periods at work.

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Custom Cleaning Services

5.0(

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Serving Virden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Power washing does wonders. I wish I could post before and after pictures! I will definitely be rehiring in the future!"

+20

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Nice Guys Tree and Landscape

4.4(

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Serving Virden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"Pick-up and hauling of yard waste. Provided their service on the same day we called them."

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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MOTOR MOUTH MOWING LLC

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Serving Virden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"In addition to mowing my lawn I hired them to mow my 80+ year old in-laws yard and they are very. Motor Mouth Mowing not even mows, but does a great job trimming, edging and cleaning up after. I have also hired them to do a major yard cleanup involving removing "junk" trees and overgrown shrubbery. Doing a great job. I highly recommend them!"

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Patrick's Landscape and Lawncare, LLC

4.2(

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Serving Virden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I was desperate for someone to mow my lawn and get rid of poison ivy vines. Patrick and his men came out, out of their way, to save me. Patrick is such a sweetie, very nice and polite and listened to what I needed done. He and his guys worked so hard and did such a good job. I'm just disappointed that they aren't closer to me so I can have them maintain my lawn."

Response time1 day

Response rate87%

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Nicks Landscaping and Lawn Care

4.3(

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Serving Virden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did great work! Will hire them again!"

Response time1 day

Response rate95%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Countryside Tree Service

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Serving Virden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great communication. Good cleanup upon completion. Also excellent advice regarding the health and future care of our trees."

+11

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Stanley's Home Improvement

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Serving Virden, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was apparent they were very skilled. They quickly dropped the huge limbs without a scratch on the house, fence or sheds surrounding the tree. They arrived on time and cleaned the area to my satisfaction before leaving. And they were competetively priced! I can't say enough good things about this company."

Recommended by77%of homeowners

Serving Virden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hard worker willing to do everything asked of him."

Response time1 day

Response rate94%

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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

No. Standard homeowners insurance does not cover any kind of lead remediation, focusing instead on sudden, unpreventable events like fires and theft. Many insurance companies will specifically exclude lead paint removal, since it tends to be an expensive and unavoidable project. The exception is if the lead surface is damaged during a covered event (like a flood) and homeowners insurance pays its replacement.

Lead toxicity comes from inhaling lead or consuming it. Before the 1980s, when the government banned lead from consumer use, it could be found in paint, plumbing, pipes, ceramics, and even gasoline. Lead paint is toxic for the same reason lead itself is toxic, which is why lead poisoning from paint presents the same as lead poisoning from water or food sources, with a slight increase in respiratory symptoms vs. digestive symptoms. Lead paint is most dangerous when it’s old and peeling, cracking, or otherwise disturbed. This increases the concentration in the air and, therefore, in breathable air.

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.

Household products such as paints, cleaners, oils, and batteries are considered hazardous and should not be disposed of with regular household waste. Instead, look for local household hazardous waste collection facilities where you can safely dispose of these items without harming the environment or human health.

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