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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: 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: 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: 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: How long does lead removal usually take?

• <div><p>Lead removal can take a few days to several weeks, depending on the work needed, particularly if the lead is widespread and in hard-to-reach areas.</p></div>

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Last update on June 11, 2024

Reviewed in June 2024
A very professional and proficient team that removed a difficult downed tree over a multiple deck project. They were on time, courteous and finished the job safely with the property in better shape than they arrived. From 1 - 10 I would rate them a 15. They are my new tree trim or tree emergency...
KC Tree Service
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Reviewed in December 2023
They arrived on time, gave a reasonable quote, and remove the old furniture.
College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving
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Reviewed in June 2023
They responded quickly to our request to remove a hot tub and cover. The job was done quickly and they cleaned up the area. Would hire them again. Highly recommend.
Sanchez Junk Removal
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Reviewed in January 2023
Rat-A-Tat comes highly recommended! They removed an enclosed structure that was built under a deck. They arrived on time, cleaned up after themselves and were very knowledgeable and advised based upon condition found after the structure was removed. They made the existing deck supports look...
Rat A Tat Renovations
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Reviewed in September 2021
We put a request in at 7:30pm on a Sunday night for a service to haul away junk and clean our new home that was recently purchased and they responded promptly. They met us at 9:00pm the same night, gave us a quote of what they thought it would cost, and were back 2 days later to do the work....
K&L Home Care
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Reviewed in July 2019
Chuck is professional and expert. Our 2 magnolia trees look tremendously better. Chuck cleans up and hauls away every last leaf and twig. He provides excellent consultation before, during, and after he completes the job. Highly recommend.
Chuck Stoll/Contract Tree Worker
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Reviewed in August 2018
Chris and his staff are totally professional and dedicated to outstanding customer service. D C Solutions responded promptly to my request and were sensitive to the time I needed to have the work done. The crew who installed 4 steel piers under our sinking family room/garage wall were...
DC Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2018
We hired Dustin and Bret to paint the entire interior (walls and ceilings) of our house we were moving into. They were prompt in arriving to quote the job, provided a quote the same day, were able to start when we asked them to, and worked with us to get certain rooms done before our movers...
Transition Painting LLC
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Reviewed in March 2016
As always Green Boys does a fantastic job. Jeremiah is wonderful to work with and came out to review everything that I wanted to have done (which was a lot). The tree in front of my house was dead and I had similar issues in the back yard with pines that were almost dead. The back yard was full...
Green Boys LawnCare Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
<p>They came right over with all the equipment needed - removed the tree and stump as well as two additional stumps from previous trees. They totally cleaned everything up and leveled the dirt from the stump removal. Highly recommend.</p> <br />
Heartland Tree Service
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K&S Quality Landscape & Tree Care LLC

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Small jobs welcome

"They were great with communication, quick, and efficient at removing our bamboo. I would recommend them! "

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Hawks Demolition and Junk Removal

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Serving Scranton, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Hawks Demolition and Junk Removal is a premiere full service contractor that operates out of Ottawa, KS. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!

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Luke's Lawn & Landscape, LLC

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Serving Scranton, KS and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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Luke's Lawn & Landscape, LLC is your premier choice for lawn care and landscaping work. With over 4 years of experience, we promise to provide quality work and excellent customer service. Give us a call today for a free estimate!

Serving Scranton, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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"Great work! Will def use again in the future if needed."

Response time1 day

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In business since 2008

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"Great and clen kon. Low price!"

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Serving Scranton, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

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Small jobs welcome

"Austen is very professional and a hard worker. He pays attention to detail, and makes sure you get what you are asking for or better. I would recommend him to anyone."

Response time10 hrs

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Vantage Point Exteriors

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Serving Scranton, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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"The windows were installed. A screen was damaged and to be replaced. After two years no screen and numerous calls. Their word and guarantee to us is worthless...... never again! I have learned a lesson........
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Recommended by73%of homeowners

Serving Scranton, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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"Service went extremely well. Showed up on time, removed all the trash, and laid down the gravel I needed. Very easy to work with and friendly."

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Crystal Clean Windows Plus

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Serving Scranton, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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"The did an excellent job cleaning out our fireplace. They were on time, efficient, friendly, and we were very pleased with their service."

+20

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Michael Joseph Handyman

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Serving Scranton, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very talented and and gifted. Goes the extra mile to provide excellent service. Highly recommend him."

Response time2 days

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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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

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 removal can take a few days to several weeks, depending on the work needed, particularly if the lead is widespread and in hard-to-reach areas.

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