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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: 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>

Q: How is lead removal professionally conducted?

• <div><p>Professional lead removal involves identifying and safely removing or encapsulating lead-based paints and materials, using specialized equipment, and following strict safety procedures to minimize exposure and contamination.</p></div>

Q: How do you safely remove lead paint?

• <div><p>The safest way to remove lead-based paint is by letting a professional take over. For most people, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-cost-removing-lead-paint.htm">lead paint removal costs</a> an average of $3,400. You should never attempt to dry sand old lead-based paint surfaces by hand. Most professionals use a paint stripper to do the job followed by wet scraping, but if you don&rsquo;t want to remove lead paint, another option is to paint over it. Only consider this option if the old lead paint finish isn&rsquo;t flaking or cracked.</p></div>

Q: Is exterior paint toxic after it dries?

• <div><p>Exterior paint contains a higher level of VOCs, which can be dangerous if you&rsquo;re exposed to it for a long period of time. The good news is that paint&rsquo;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>

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Last update on October 24, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Kevin & his team did a fantastic job removing the trees & cleaning up the yard after the job was completed. They went above & beyond what we expected. We will highly recommend them in the future to anyone who needs tree work done.
Steele's Landscaping, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2025
Leaf did great work. I'd definitely recommended him to others if they need tree work done.
Leafy Tree
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Reviewed in April 2025
Maine TreeKeepers came to my rescue quickly. The very next day after I called, they removed a Birch Tree that had been damaged in the last April storm. The branches were hanging off the roof & into the storm gutters.
Maine Treekeepers LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
Ramsey was affordable and provided excellent service to help me with my drainage, removed trees, and running conduit unground for electrical.
Atlas Earthworks LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
Jon was vert through and professional. He even made a special trip to remove the plastic on my windows ahead of the rain so I was not living in a cave. Thank you, Jon
Jon Sawyer Painting
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Reviewed in January 2024
Family owned business â ¦ was extremely nice to see parents incorporate a real work ethic into their children. They not only did this removal in a timely fashion, but were extremely polite and professional as well as industry competitive.
Veterans Junk Removal Squad
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Reviewed in July 2023
Robbie Shaw is a true expert at his work. Integrity & professional work ethic. Stands by his reasonable quotes. I will recommend Canopy Tree Service to anyone! Robbie removed three 80-FT trees very close to our home with electrical wires near by with such expertise, it was amazing. All done...
Canopy Tree Service Inc
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Reviewed in May 2023
We are very satisfied with the job Pinnacle Tree provided. They were professional, polite and knowledgeable. They quickly removed a 25 year old maple tree that was dead and in danger of falling on power lines. They cleaned up afterwards and we are very pleased!
Pinnacle Tree
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Reviewed in April 2023
My husband, Jeff, and I are so happy with the work Bryant did for us removing 5 very large trees that were leaning towards our home and VERY close as well. He was professional, friendly, courteous and listened to our needs. He removed the trees and left our yard in perfect condition (my husband...
Bryant's Tree Services
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Reviewed in January 2023
He did a great job looking at trees needing to be removed! Also showed other potential problems of trees leaning toward the house and made recommendations for me to consider and make a decision on whether to remove or not. They came when they said they would and worked well as a team in getting...
Alex Norzow
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

4.7(

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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Jefferson, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tejada's Remodeling did a wonderful job removing a sleeper sofa! Very prompt, prepared, courteous, knowledgeable, efficient, and reasonable! Highly recommend."

Response time1 day

11 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by79%of homeowners

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Harbor Salt Gardening

5.0(

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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up - For BusinessLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Jefferson, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mitch took care of our property as if it were his own. He is much appreciated, and I highly recommend him."

Response time4 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Wisdom Landscape, LLC

4.4(

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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up - For Business

Serving Jefferson, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Terry is professional, friendly and reliable. He did a lovely job on my driveway and new walkway. I would recommend him to anyone."

Response time1 day

42 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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The Golden Rule Handyman, LLC

4.4(

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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Jefferson, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was very pleasant and did a wonderful job painting my bathroom. Also put up some trim in entranceway. I have more work that needs to be done and will be calling him."

Response time2 days

Recommended by96%of homeowners

Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Jefferson, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Easy to work with, good people, great work product. When they say they will do something, they do it and do it well!"

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Jefferson, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Amazing work , they moved all the things out of my garage for me and put it back as well and took what I didn’t want my floor came out amazing 10/10 !!! And best price around I’ve been looking now for over a year thank you"

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

Lawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Jefferson, ME and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

"We had a short window to get some yard clean up done, and they made it happen. Very responsive, and affordable. Unfortunately I didn't get pictures but the job was done and the yard looked great!"

12 neighbors recently requested a quote

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true north property maintenance

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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnWaste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul+1 more

Serving Jefferson, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

hello my name is colby hamor, i am 21 years old and just starting up my own business as of summer of 25', i do lawn care- spring and fall cleanups, mowing, mulching sticks and leaves. stump grinding and downed tree cleanup. junk removal- house clean outs, scrap, trash.

13 neighbors recently requested a quote

Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Jefferson, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Awesome! Came, moved my boxes upstairs and moved boxes downstairs! Great experience"

Response time7 hrs

Response rate100%

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Sirois Trucking and Land Management

5.0(

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Waste, Junk, Building Materials and Debris - Remove and Haul

Serving Jefferson, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They are the best! They are always on time and available!"

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

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

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.

Professional lead removal involves identifying and safely removing or encapsulating lead-based paints and materials, using specialized equipment, and following strict safety procedures to minimize exposure and contamination.

The safest way to remove lead-based paint is by letting a professional take over. For most people, lead paint removal costs an average of $3,400. You should never attempt to dry sand old lead-based paint surfaces by hand. Most professionals use a paint stripper to do the job followed by wet scraping, but if you don’t want to remove lead paint, another option is to paint over it. Only consider this option if the old lead paint finish isn’t flaking or cracked.

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.

The Jefferson, ME homeowners’ guide to leaf removal services

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What to Do With Leaves in Your Yard: A Complete Guide
If autumn brings a blanket of leaves to your yard, you’ve got options. From mulching to free leaf removal days, here’s what to do with leaves in your yard.
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May 21, 2026May 21, 2026
How to Get Rid of Leaves Without Raking: 5 Easy Methods
Raking leaves can be such a chore. Learn how to get rid of leaves without raking with these fail-safe methods.
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How To Hire a Leaf Removal Service
Hiring a leaf removal service can save you hours of raking and bagging. Learn what to look for when you hire a leaf removal service.
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Who to Hire to Remove Leaves From My Yard
A leaf removal service can clear your yard of fallen leaves. Learn why to hire a leaf removal service, what to look for, and how the service works.