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Last update on April 10, 2025
Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1993
Credit card accepted
Customers say: Super punctual
"Produced a thorough review and recommendations for removing lead paint"
Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1985
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We were selling our house and the radon test came back high so we needed quick and effective service. The appointment was scheduled a week from our call. The technician arrived on time and helped identify the best location for the system that was both effective and as aesthetic as possible. The install went quickly and he took the time to explain how it worked and what we should look for in terms of monitoring and maintenance. Overall, it was a good experience."
Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"The inspector was very thorough and took the time to explain everything to me. Excellent service"
Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Fast and thorough. Very happy to know my condo doesn't have lead. Mickie is a very nice person to get to know! Showed up right on time and did a great job! THANKS! -Tom"
Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas
In business since 2007
Free estimates
"Mickie is very responsive, punctual, prompt and efficient."
Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas
In business since 2015
Emergency services offered
"I have hired them twice already."
Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
We are an experience company in the field, we offer the best technicians and affordable price . More than 10 years in the field . SAFETY FIRST
+8
Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The process went very well overall. These guys were friendly courteous and worked hard. They came for an estimate the day after I called, arrived on time, and ended up doing the work right there. Price was right as well."
Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Started out great, ended up BAD-- our favorite was when-a few months in and behind schedule-- Robert disappeared for a few days, and on return, told us that he had decided to drive to Florida, and made it to NJ before realizing it was a bad idea. Wait, no, it might have been when Robert tried to renegotiate contracted prices (NOT for extra/revised work) and asserted some crazy math that tacked on more than $15,000 due to that screwy math (and not the changing prices, etc.).
On the plus side, we loved one of the subs he hired (Ed, the MA licensed Construction Supervisor from E & H Construction in JP), and we began working with Ed after Robert finished his contract (late, with shoddier work as time went on). Robert's contract included a warranty, but Robert never returned my calls when I started to see cracks in some of his cement-work (which he poured on one of the 10-degree days in January 2013, despite my concerns).
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Kingswood was very professional and quickly responded. They did a great job for a fair price. I will be using them again and would recommend their services."
Lead paint removal costs about $3,600, ranging from $1,500 to $5,800, depending on several factors, such as square footage, removal method, and its location in your home. Keep in mind that lead paint removal costs $8 to $17 per square foot, ensuring a permanent and maintenance-free fix.
Additional cost factors for lead paint removal include:
Location
Materials and equipment needed
Disposal method
Accessibility
Surface types
Repairs needed
Labor
Professional lead-paint abatement companies use a variety of methods to remove lead-based paint, depending on each particular situation. Some of the most common methods include:
Total removal: $8–$17 per square foot
Demolition and replacement: $1,000–$15,000 per project
Encapsulation: $4 per square foot
Enclosure: $10 per square foot
Chemical stripping: $10–$17 per square foot
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
A professional lead paint removal company should remove any lead-based paint from your home. You should not remove or paint over it yourself because handling lead-based paint poses health risks, according to the EPA. Professionals trained and certified to handle lead-based paint abatement use specialized equipment like HEPA vacuums and methods like chemical stripping and abrasive blasting to remove paint and particles as safely as possible. They are also trained on how to properly dispose of lead-based paint material.
You should ask a few questions to ensure that your potential lead removal professional is experienced and qualified to handle lead-paint abatement safely, legally, and properly.
What are your qualifications and experience removing lead-based paint?
Are you licensed and certified to remove lead-based paint?
How do you test for lead paint?
What methods do you use for lead-based paint abatement?
What do you plan to do with the hazardous material when you remove it from the home?
Do you do replacement and painting work or removal only?
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