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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: Can I paint over lead paint?

• <div><p>You can paint over lead paint, or &ldquo;encapsulate&rdquo; it with a special paint that includes an ingredient called an encapsulant. The EPA approves encapsulation as a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-options-do-i-have-remove-lead-paint.htm">lead paint removal method</a> as long as the paint remains undisturbed. Standard types of paint without an &ldquo;encapsulant&rdquo; from the big box stores or hardware stores do not meet EPA standards for remediation of lead-based paint.</p></div>

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: 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 remove lead paint?

• <div><p>The best way to remove lead paint is by wet hand sanding and removing all dust and residue with a HEPA vacuum. Professionals may also strip and scrape lead-based paint with a paint scraper. In some cases, you may choose to have a pro encapsulate or enclose your lead-based paint surface by covering it with a sealant or a new material. You may also choose to replace the material altogether.</p></div>

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Last update on June 05, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Homeadvisor isn't giving me options other than metal roofing(?!), but that's not what I hired them for. They built a new bathroom (wall, toilet and 2 new sinks), renovated my basement, removed an oil tank, replaced some heaved flooring, installed new doors, and repaired some eaves and fascia...
Pinnacle Peak Builders WI & MN LLP
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Reviewed in February 2025
It was discovered that there were 4 layers of shingles that had to be removed and 5 in some places. Our chimney was also dismantled and many vents were installed. At the end of each day of work, they cleaned up very thoroughly. Ray also underbid the others . We would hire them again!!
Lil Dobos
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Reviewed in April 2024
Excellent service and knowledge ! Attention to detail, cared for our property as if it was their own. New , modern equipment that cleaned ten fold better than past companies, spots and dirt removed that the other guys werenâ t able to get. I was very happy with the Technicians willingness to...
MC Testing Services
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Reviewed in March 2023
The work was delayed a couple of days due to weather but once Matt got here, he worked without stopping to remove 3 feet of snow accumulation from the house roof. Afterward, Matt and a cousin quickly and efficiently got the huge piles of removed snow off the front and back decks. They also took...
PACE Residential
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Reviewed in January 2023
The crew was friendly, worked efficiently and went above and beyond to help us with branches on our roof while removing the snow. They arrived at our home the day after we received the quote and finished the job in a couple of hours. We were very pleased with this company and the work they did.
Alliance, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2023
They did damage to a skylight but made prompt repairs. I would use them again for roofing and snow removal
Alliance, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2019
They did a great job, there were a couple of communication hiccups to start , but we finally got it all worked out and we were very happy with the quality of workmanship. They did a super job with the removal of a couple of plants, cleaned up the flowerbeds, trimmed the bushes, mowed and trimmed...
The Greenskeeper Landscape & Maintenance
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Reviewed in January 2018
On 1/9/18 I contacted the company to inspect my older furnace, due an odd noise in the blower motor, which went away shortly after making the call. A technician arrived that same day, inspected the heat chamber for cracks, performed Co2 , heat temperature rise and pressure tests and determined...
Northstar Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in June 2017
Great price, good work. I had two trees removed.
Arbor 1 Tree Experts, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2014
Showed up on agreed upon time. Set 7 Rat Traps baited with peanut butter. Took about 1/2 hour. Charged me $250. Would also charge me $20 per rat caught if he came back to clean traps and rebait or I could do it myself. I chose to do it myself. Caught 3 rats in first week. Talked to Kenny...
VA Animal Control, Corp.
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Gruff's Lawn & Service

5.0(

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Lawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up - For Business

Serving Carlton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Was very pleased at how nice the garden looked"

Response time6 days

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Houle Building and Demolition

4.9(

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

Serving Carlton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Tom was at My House within a couple hours after I called and did a Great job removing an old refrigerator and a metal patio table,stand,and umbrella. I will definitely call on Him again."

Response time3 hrs

Response rate96%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

4.5(

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

Serving Carlton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The call came from work and asked me to move as soon as I could. I hired Moving APT to hurry up the moving process. They were just brilliant. I think some levels of trust are really needed between the client and the moving company because essentially you are entrusting them with everything you own. The movers were very good at building trust. They listened to me, paid attention to packing and carried everything with extra caution. Even the guy on the phone when I first called them seemed very friendly and polite. I felt very comfortable leaving my valuables in their hands for 3 days. When they delivered everything on the due date, there was no harm caused to anything at all. Turns out these men are the best in business and hiring them was a no brainier."

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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

Serving Carlton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were on time and professional. They listened to my needs and asked clarifying questions. And I felt cared for. This company will make it far if they keep up this level of service! I highly recommend using them for your next move!"

Response time11 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Carlton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Yes they did a great job"

24 neighbors recently requested a quote

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

Serving Carlton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Steven did a professional job and completed the work according to expectations."

Response time1 day

Response rate93%

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Marshall Handyman Services

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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carlton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did an excellent job, they put in a new composite, they re-design it and it looks really nice. Complete in"

+19

Recommended by94%of homeowners

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

Serving Carlton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The movers were high school students who were very nice but had limited experience moving furniture. Several pieces of furniture were left in the garage because they could not figure out how to get them in my new house. I then had to hire another moving company to move the pieces into the house."

+17

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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All-Out Junk Removal, LLC

5.0(

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

Serving Carlton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Easy to work with. Top notch communication. Polite and on time. Can’t ask for much more… thanks again guys."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Carlton, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They did a great job, prompt and curious."

Response time4 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

You can paint over lead paint, or “encapsulate” it with a special paint that includes an ingredient called an encapsulant. The EPA approves encapsulation as a lead paint removal method as long as the paint remains undisturbed. Standard types of paint without an “encapsulant” from the big box stores or hardware stores do not meet EPA standards for remediation of lead-based paint.

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.

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

The best way to remove lead paint is by wet hand sanding and removing all dust and residue with a HEPA vacuum. Professionals may also strip and scrape lead-based paint with a paint scraper. In some cases, you may choose to have a pro encapsulate or enclose your lead-based paint surface by covering it with a sealant or a new material. You may also choose to replace the material altogether.

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