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Q: How should I get rid of hazardous waste?

• <div><p>The best disposal method for hazardous waste is to take it to a professional dumping facility that specializes in and accepts hazardous materials. These facilities will dispose of the materials in a way that is safe for both humans and the environment. If you don&rsquo;t have access to a nearby facility, the best way to get rid of hazardous waste is to call a professional garbage removal company who handles disposing of hazardous materials .</p></div>

Q: Do you have to remove lead paint?

• <div><p>You do not have to remove lead paint if the surface is not chipping or peeling or if there are no pregnant people or children under the age of six who live in or regularly visit your home. Lead paint is a particular risk for young children whose brains and bodies are not fully developed. Experts strongly recommend that you call a pro to remove lead paint if it&rsquo;s peeling or flaking, no matter who lives in the home. You can experience lead poisoning by breathing in or ingesting just a small amount of it.</p></div>

Q: What products do I use to clean up lead dust?

• <div><p>You may see specialty products for sale to remove lead dust, such as D-Lead surface wipes. But you do not need to buy a special cleaner just for lead dust. A regular all-purpose cleaner, like 409 or something similar, is sufficient for cleanup. Just make sure to follow the manufacturer's directions when using it and to dilute with water.</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: What regulations govern lead removal procedures?

• <div><p>Government regulations such as the EPA and OSHA govern lead removal procedures to ensure health and environmental safety during and after abatement.</p></div>

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Last update on June 29, 2023

Reviewed in June 2023
Matt did a great job. We had several very large trees that needed to be removed from the woods around our home. Some were dead and some had begun to block our solar panels. Matt is a knowledgeable and experienced arborist and very safely and carefully laid the trees down exactly where he planned...
Starling Treescapes
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Reviewed in January 2023
The day after Thanksgiving my older sister died and since I was her only living relative I was tasked with emptying her apartment of all of her belongings. Because it was close to the end of the month and her rent would be due again if I didn't have everything out in time I didn't have time to...
RON'S MOVING & STORAGE
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Reviewed in September 2022
Mark answered my call the same day and was able to fully remove the old shingles and replace them within 2 days. I would definitely recommend him and would not think twice about hiring him again.
Mark Grindle Roofing And Construction
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Reviewed in May 2022
Bryan and his team did a great job from start to finish - only 3 days from first visit to finished job. The old roof was removed and replaced in about 7 hours, including thorough cleanup. We highly recommend Midcoast Carpentry! Also, of the two roofers we reached out to, Bryan was the only...
Midcoast Carpentry
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Reviewed in May 2022
Devin responded immediately to my request & showed up the next day. He told me exactly what was involved in removing a dead animal from our chimney & how much it would cost. He deodorized & the rancid odor in our house was gone within 8 hours. He recommended a chimney covering, ordered it &...
Critter Inspector
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Reviewed in April 2020
Would highly recommend On the Rock Lawn Care. The job was done in a timely fashion. The crew was punctual, professional and hard-working. We have also used them for snow removal and plowing. Would rehire for future work.
On The Rock Lawn Care
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Reviewed in January 2020
This was my first experience with a professional carpet cleaner and I can't imagine it could be any better every stain in the rug was removed 100% And we had many stains and all types. I would definitely recommend him highly, he was very polite and very professional.
C&R Carpet Cleaning & Restoration
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Reviewed in June 2019
They were able to complete the tree removal by the promised date, a relief to us. Be sure to request an all in quote with a not to exceed price as you should on any project. Chris, the arborist, is very good. I will use them again.
Island Garden and Tree
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Reviewed in June 2017
When hired to do this job, Mark Burnett assured us that the foam would fill all spaces in the peak of the roof, preventing the accumulation of moisture. However, that was not done; what was created was a micro-climate up there that not only collected moisture, but it came down anywhere it could,...
New England Spray Foam Insulation Co., LLC
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Reviewed in March 2013
We first talked with prospective builders in mid-summer, explaining that we wanted to begin the work in the fall to try to avoid having too much noise while people were renting the property next door. Travis was willing to work with us on the start date for the project, and we were able to...
Tkt Building And Repair
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

4.7(

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

Serving Mount Desert, ME and surrounding areas

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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

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

Serving Mount Desert, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Derby and Tyler got back to me quickly on my original job inquiry. They set up a time for the next day and showed up on time. They quickly and professionally cleaned out a vacant apartment that was trashed and removed all materials efficiently. I highly recommend them for any of your waste removal projects."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Patriot Soft Wash & Lawn

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 Mount Desert, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He did a fine job."

Response time11 hrs

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

Serving Mount Desert, ME and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Awesome customer service they took all the stress off me and the floor came out better than we expected!! Appreciate you guys"

9 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Mount Desert, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Good people to talk to"

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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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 Mount Desert, 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.

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Brewer Transfer Station & Landscape Products

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

Serving Mount Desert, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Brewer Transfer Station & Landscape Products is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time3 hrs

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Granite Coast Builders

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

Serving Mount Desert, ME and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Custom carpentry in midcoast Maine \nCall (207)408-8504 for contact.

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

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

Serving Mount Desert, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The move went incredibly well.Ben came down with his movers. They worked quickly and efficiently.They were very friendly and pleasant to be around.They made sure everything was fully wrapped to my liking, and were very careful when moving my expensive furniture and antiques.Nothing got damaged.Ben and his movers didn't leave until everything was reassembled and I was satisfied with the arrangement of the furniture.I was very happy with their service and will definitely be recommending them to friends and family."

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Grenn Justice Constructions

5.0(

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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Mount Desert, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

"The quality was excellent. He does everything. He's honest, reliable, and dependable. I can't say enough good things about him. We've used the service for 20 years now. He's prompt and on time."

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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

The best disposal method for hazardous waste is to take it to a professional dumping facility that specializes in and accepts hazardous materials. These facilities will dispose of the materials in a way that is safe for both humans and the environment. If you don’t have access to a nearby facility, the best way to get rid of hazardous waste is to call a professional garbage removal company who handles disposing of hazardous materials .

You do not have to remove lead paint if the surface is not chipping or peeling or if there are no pregnant people or children under the age of six who live in or regularly visit your home. Lead paint is a particular risk for young children whose brains and bodies are not fully developed. Experts strongly recommend that you call a pro to remove lead paint if it’s peeling or flaking, no matter who lives in the home. You can experience lead poisoning by breathing in or ingesting just a small amount of it.

You may see specialty products for sale to remove lead dust, such as D-Lead surface wipes. But you do not need to buy a special cleaner just for lead dust. A regular all-purpose cleaner, like 409 or something similar, is sufficient for cleanup. Just make sure to follow the manufacturer's directions when using it and to dilute with water.

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.

Government regulations such as the EPA and OSHA govern lead removal procedures to ensure health and environmental safety during and after abatement.

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