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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: Can I remove lead paint myself, or should I hire a professional?

• <div><p>While the EPA provides guidelines for homeowners to perform DIY lead paint removal, it is a risky process and generally not recommended due to serious health risks and strict regulatory requirements. The process requires precise safety precautions, such as wearing a respirator and protective eyeglasses, creating sealed exits, and using a HEPA vacuum for cleanup. To ensure the job is done safely, effectively, and in compliance with regulations, it is highly recommended to hire a professional lead abatement company. Certified professionals have the necessary training, experience, and specialized equipment (like chemical strippers and HEPA vacuums) to handle and dispose of hazardous materials safely.</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: 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: What steps should be taken if lead is found in a property?

• <div><p>If lead is detected in a property, steps should include arranging for professional removal or containment, notifying all occupants, and implementing interim safety measures to reduce exposure.</p></div>

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Last update on June 29, 2023

Reviewed in June 2023
Matt Barrett was recommended to remove two trees in my yard with Browntail Moth Infestations, before the moths emerged from their webs and began eating and growing. It was April and there were no leaves so we could see hundreds of larvae in each web, Matt climbed the first tree with harness...
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 July 2022
Great experience! A friendly, hard-working crew that delivers at a reasonable price. Very professional and careful of adjacent structures and electric lines. Everyone wore safety equipment and there was great communications when questions came up. All debris was removed and they even took some...
Affordable Tree Care, Inc.
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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 February 2021
We had a very large 100+ year-old oak tree removed (it was dead, unfortunately). It was a big job and difficult but the crew handled it all expertly, start to finish. We couldnâ t be more satisfied with the result. We would highly recommend Ramos & V Tree Service.
Ramos & V. Tree Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2020
My wife and I have worked with Shawn Ellis and Home Property Services for many years. He has done numerous projects for us. This summer we hired him to replace the deck boards on our deck. The deck is quite large, covering 2½ sides of our house, over 800 sq. ft. What began as changing the deck...
Home Property Services
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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 November 2018
James offered us tremendous service. We had a 50 ft spruce removed from our yard. It was extremely close to the house. James did an excellent and careful job on this tree. I cannot over exaggerate how pleased we are with his work. His service is most highly recommended
Zuhlke Tree Service
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Maineiac Services Hauling & Junk Removal

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

Serving Surry, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Easy to work with. Fast and timely. Great communication."

Response time1 day

Response rate87%

24 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Tejada's Remodeling Inc

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

Serving Surry, 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 time2 days

Response rate100%

9 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Maniacs Carpet Cleaning and Water Extraction

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

Serving Surry, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"The owner always responded promptly to my calls and texts. He also respected my request to start with whatever would give me the most bang for my buck at eliminating skunk odor in the house. Maniacs steam cleaned all our carpets. Although they looked and smelled better, our polypropylene rugs had hills and valleys after cleaning. Dean and Gard took a carpet back to the shop to reclean and flatten. They were able to get it to lie much flatter."

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Patriot Soft Wash & Lawn

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

Serving Surry, 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 Surry, 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

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

Serving Surry, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"timely and competitive but the soft ground concerned me about their track equipment"

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 - Fall / Spring Clean Up - For BusinessLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn+1 more

Serving Surry, 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 Surry, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

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 Surry, 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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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Surry, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He did a great job doing the spring cleanup, disposing of leaves and branches, and mulching the flower beds. He will be back to fertilize the lawn. The price was right for what he did."

Response time1 day

Response rate93%

Recommended by8%of homeowners

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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

While the EPA provides guidelines for homeowners to perform DIY lead paint removal, it is a risky process and generally not recommended due to serious health risks and strict regulatory requirements. The process requires precise safety precautions, such as wearing a respirator and protective eyeglasses, creating sealed exits, and using a HEPA vacuum for cleanup. To ensure the job is done safely, effectively, and in compliance with regulations, it is highly recommended to hire a professional lead abatement company. Certified professionals have the necessary training, experience, and specialized equipment (like chemical strippers and HEPA vacuums) to handle and dispose of hazardous materials safely.

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.

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 .

If lead is detected in a property, steps should include arranging for professional removal or containment, notifying all occupants, and implementing interim safety measures to reduce exposure.

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