What questions should I ask a lead paint removal contractor?

• <div><p>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. </p><ul><li><p>What are your qualifications and experience removing lead-based paint?</p></li><li><p>Are you licensed and certified to remove lead-based paint?</p></li><li><p>How do you test for lead paint?</p></li><li><p>What methods do you use for lead-based paint abatement?</p></li><li><p>What do you plan to do with the hazardous material when you remove it from the home?</p></li><li><p>Do you do replacement and painting work or removal only?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What does lead dust look like?

• <div><p>Unfortunately, lead dust does not look different from any other type of dust. You cannot detect it with the naked eye. To determine if you have lead dust in your home, you will need to hire a local company to take a sample from the paint and test it for you in a lab.</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: Why is lead removal necessary for older homes?

• <div><p>Lead removal is crucial in older homes to eliminate risks of lead poisoning, which can severely affect health, particularly in children, by impacting development and cognitive functions.</p></div>

Q: What are the risks of kitchen demolition?

• <div><p>Embarking on a kitchen demolition comes with its share of risks to keep in mind. Think of potential encounters with asbestos, sharp objects, and power tools&mdash;not to mention the peril of structures wobbling or unexpected plumbing surprises. And, of course, you will be surrounded by dust and debris throughout the process. All of the above makes safety gear necessary, or you can consider hiring a qualified professional.</p></div>

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Last update on June 19, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
They called and asked if I needed a tree removed and then it took them 3 weeks to show up then they showed up one day and called and said they were there. They cut the tree down in 1.5 hours cleaned the brush up but left the bottom half of the tree in my driveway and said they would return the...
J & J All Seasons Lawn Care, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2025
The project resulted in major damage to my neighbor?s property, garden, surrounding shrubs and trees. The crew drove through my flower garden and left the tree and branches laying in my yard as well as my neighbor?s property. The estimate was for ?full removal? and that is not the service...
Westy Inc LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
Blake did an excellent job removing a 65 ft oak tree that partially fell on my garage, required a crane to remove, minimized damage. I highly recommend WESTY tree service. GENE D
Westy inc
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Reviewed in March 2024
Our project was wall to wall carpet removal on 3 bedrooms. JGA services were outstanding! Jason was quick to send someone out to review our project needs and then we received our estimate directly after in writing. We have to make a special shout-out to our service tech -Joe! He was amazing. I...
JGA Home Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2023
Professional, friendly, comprehensive tree removal service. Planning on using them again on another project.
Ellingson's Tree Service
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Reviewed in October 2022
John from JMAX was great! Heâ s so knowledgeable about asbestos. I learned so much! He tested some ceiling tiles that came back negative and removed some from our garage. I would highly recommend John to anyone in Rochester or surrounding towns.
JMAX Specialty Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2017
Great guys to work with! They were very respectful, efficient and knew what they were doing. My project changed the landscape of my entire property--very big but necessary tree removal. The project went very well from planning to clean up. This was not the first time I've had them work...
RnK Tree Specialists
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Reviewed in April 2017
Our neighbor was having some trees taken down and we also needed one removed. When Goodfellers came out to quote their job he also gave us a price to remove ours. We have had previous quotes from other tree services and they were the best. Since my neighbor used them before and trusted them, we...
Goodfellers Tree Service
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Reviewed in March 2017
After posting on Home Advisor for some one remove a pine tree I have a reply from Boyum Tree Services. They came out the same day and said what it would cost to remove it, so I asked it they took down trees also and yes they do. Give the okay to Brain the next day and they were out the following...
Boyum Tree Service, LLC
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Z&M Services

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"Very efficient, very timely. Affordable pricing and willing to work with my budget. I've tried other companies to help with my lawn, and this one is the best. And I found out he does snowplowing, too!"

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In business since 2020

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"They will listen to your requests and make sure everything is done properly! I love the fact they take their time and make sure that everything is done properly. Awesome company!!!"

Response time1 day

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My name is Bryce with Schmidty Services \n\nI am a local handyman in town working to help make your day easier in doing the things you need to get done that you may not want to do or can’t do!

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

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I am here to help I know sometimes you just need it gone and we do those jobs but we know sometimes it’s hard to part with old belongings and we are here to make it easier for you.

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I am a 53 year old man that removes junk from clients homes do to aging out of there home, usually going into retirement facilities.\nI try to REHOME objects in the home that can be re-used by people in need.\nBy doing this I can make the process affordable and satisfyingly to customer.\nAlso keeps items out of landfill.

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Hard working father of 5 just looking to make a living. I come prepared and am ready for anything.

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Komplete Property Care

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We provide results, not excuses! We pride our company on customer service, professionalism, great communication, efficiency, and superior quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your home renovation project. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to give us a call today!

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soy muy responsable y puntual y me gusta hacer lo mejor para que mis clientes se sientan sastigechos conmigo

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I am for quality over quantity absolutely love what I do for work so it's not like a chore to me I know what I'm doing I'm very confident in what I do and I will make your yard look amazing I treat every yard every property as it is my own so if I wouldn't do it to my place I will not do it to yours

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Mac's Contracting

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I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today! \n

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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

Unfortunately, lead dust does not look different from any other type of dust. You cannot detect it with the naked eye. To determine if you have lead dust in your home, you will need to hire a local company to take a sample from the paint and test it for you in a lab.

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.

Lead removal is crucial in older homes to eliminate risks of lead poisoning, which can severely affect health, particularly in children, by impacting development and cognitive functions.

Embarking on a kitchen demolition comes with its share of risks to keep in mind. Think of potential encounters with asbestos, sharp objects, and power tools—not to mention the peril of structures wobbling or unexpected plumbing surprises. And, of course, you will be surrounded by dust and debris throughout the process. All of the above makes safety gear necessary, or you can consider hiring a qualified professional.

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?

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