Is exterior paint toxic after it dries?

• <div><p>Exterior paint contains a higher level of VOCs, which can be dangerous if you’re exposed to it for a long period of time. The good news is that paint’s toxicity reduces significantly once fully dried and cured. Do not keep open exterior paint cans in your home, basement, or garage, exposing your household to harmful chemicals over time.</p></div>

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>

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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: Do all homes that were built before 1978 contain lead paint?

• <div><p>While not all homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, enough do, so you&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: How do professionals ensure safe collection and removal?

• <div><p>Professionals use appropriate equipment to prevent property damage and ensure efficiency.</p></div>

Q: What should I do if toxic materials are found during a professional test?

• <div><p>Follow recommendations for removal or remediation to ensure a safe living environment.</p></div>

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Last update on July 26, 2023

Reviewed in July 2023
In addition to the gutter guards which were installed and the downspouts buried, Thrasher also changed out a misfitting basement window well and cover, and installed a Sadona dehumidifying system. Jonah and his crew of Corrin and Luis were excellent at the work they did. I was called before...
Thrasher, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2022
Wyatts HVAC service is very professional and does an exceptional job !!!! He left my place cleaner than it was when he arrived ! I will definitely use his service again in the future ! Thank You Wyatts our house is cooling again !
Wyatts HVAC & Home Solutions
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Reviewed in February 2022
Rc tree service was the only company in town that actually answered me. They came in the middle of the night and got this enormous tree off the roof and even helped me put a tarp on it. Amazing set of guys.
RC Tree Trimming
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Reviewed in December 2021
The whole process was very professional, clearly explained and the crew that installed our siding was amazing.
Continental Siding Supply
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Reviewed in February 2021
Tyler was very professional and polite. He kept us informed on the operation and when they would return, which was very much appreciated. Tyler and his crew worked during 10° weather, all the time dedicated to getting the job done. Also they brought out a large piece of an old blanket type...
Thrasher Foundation Repair - Wichita
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Reviewed in April 2020
Rick was very professional and polite. He removed all of the junk we pulled out from our garage clean-out quickly and efficiently. The price was a little high but Rick's effort and the peace of mind of not having to deal with disposing of all that junk individually was well worth the cost.
RMB Lawn Maintenance, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2018
Install was done within just a couple days of first contact. Was very impressed with attention to detail and their care in installation..........however, when it came time to have them remove the units that they had installed, Ed was no where to be found. Didn't return phone calls,...
Access Done Easy, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2017
They installed the gutter system promptly, removed the old system and cleaned up after installation all on one cold winter day. It looks good and I hope it works as advertised to keep debris out of it so I don't have to climb up several times a year to remove leaves as before. Time will...
Wavetech Roofing and Guttering
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Reviewed in September 2014
They did the job on time and hauled away all of the tree. Removed the stump and cleaned up the area neatly and leveled the stump removal area. Job was done well in a day.
Guzman Tree Service
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Reviewed in March 2014
After calling several carpet cleaners in the area, all said they could not clean the carpets in a rental that had allow dogs to urinate inside. Called Curt's Carpet Cleaning and he said he had used some chemicals in the past and would try them, but they were expensive and he couldn't guarantee...
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"Great team. The work needed to be done was located in a ‘hard to get at’ location on my property and they planned, organized the work, brought equipment, safely removed massive trees, and cleaned up the debris without damaging structures or property."

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"Avery and His team did a wonderful job removing leaves from our 3/4 acre lot along with Our gutters. Would highly recommend these guys! Will be using again."

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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

Exterior paint contains a higher level of VOCs, which can be dangerous if you’re exposed to it for a long period of time. The good news is that paint’s toxicity reduces significantly once fully dried and cured. Do not keep open exterior paint cans in your home, basement, or garage, exposing your household to harmful chemicals over time.

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.

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.

Professionals use appropriate equipment to prevent property damage and ensure efficiency.

Follow recommendations for removal or remediation to ensure a safe living environment.

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