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Absalute Vinyl Window & Siding Co

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Absalute Vinyl Window & Siding Co

4.84(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Family owned & operated small business, so you get that personalized service. Factory direct on our windows to elimate middle man pricing.

Family owned & operated small business, so you get that personalized service. Factory direct on our windows to elimate middle man pricing.

Larson Construction, Inc.

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Larson Construction, Inc.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Larson Construction, Inc. is a residential, full service, remodeling contractor. Richard and Sandra Larson started the company, working out of their home with only two employees, in April of 1994. In the fall of 1997 they moved to a beautiful historic building that has offices, showroom, shop and warehouse.

Larson Construction, Inc. is a residential, full service, remodeling contractor. Richard and Sandra Larson started the company, working out of their home with only two employees, in April of 1994. In the fall of 1997 they moved to a beautiful historic building that has offices, showroom, shop and warehouse.

Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

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?

According to the EPA, there is no safe level of lead in the blood, and so the maximum contaminant level goal (MCLG) for lead in water is zero. Even at low levels, lead is harmful to human health. It can also remain in the body and build up over time with repeated exposure.

Iron sediments from rusty pipes are not likely to cause health problems. While a glass of yellow-hued water is off-putting, it is generally safe to drink yellow water in the short term. But you certainly want to address this problem. In the meantime, switching to bottled water until the yellow water issue is resolved is a good idea. 

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

If your house was built before 1978 and you’re noticing cracking or peeling paint, a lead paint inspection is a good idea. A lead paint inspection gives you accurate information about the presence, location, and condition of lead-based paint in your home. This information is essential for making informed decisions about lead paint removal to ensure your safety and health and that of your family. If your inspector finds lead, you’ll need to take steps to manage or remove the lead-based paint and comply with laws and regulations.

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