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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: How is lead removal professionally conducted?

• <div><p>Professional lead removal involves identifying and safely removing or encapsulating lead-based paints and materials, using specialized equipment, and following strict safety procedures to minimize exposure and contamination.</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: 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: 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>

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Last update on February 17, 2026

Reviewed in February 2026
Martin Contracting Pro did an excellent job on our roof repair! They were professional, on time, and clearly experienced. The work was completed efficiently and professionally. Communication was smooth from start to finish. I’d definitely recommend them to anyone needing roofing work in the area.
Martin Contracting Pro, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2025
C&G Plumbing went above and beyond for the repair they were called in for repair. Absolutely pleased with their work ethic and skill to fix our problem. Highly recommend them for any plumbing need.
C & G Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2025
The job was done fast and professional.
Buxton Waterproofing
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Reviewed in March 2025
They showed up and worked all day til dark and didn't leave till the job was done. Highly recommended, very professional and hard working
K&G Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
Kyle was great to work with and did an amazing job. I own cabin rentals, and Kyle has done a few jobs for me. He did my Roofing, built my pergola and a few other projects. Will diffently continue to use him.
Missouri Home Improvement LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
Extremely professional and easy to work with. Showed up and completed work in a timely manor. Will definitely be calling them for my next project.
JIE Construction
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Reviewed in August 2022
Excellent customer service, very honest company , highly recommended!
Reliable Home Improvements
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Reviewed in June 2022
Matt and Jay did an awesome job! They ran electricity to my brick fireplace so I could put my TV on the mantle. It was not easy but they figured out the best way to do that. And they put in new cable for the cable box also. They also put in recessed lighting so I could light up my husbands...
Midwest Electric Contractors
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Reviewed in May 2022
They arrived early. They went right to work.
Honey-Do Man Handyman, LLC.
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Reviewed in March 2022
It was good. They did a good job. They were professional and timely. They got it done quickly.
Brothers Contracting
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Big and Little Junk Removal

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• JUNK REMOVAL\n• HAULING\n• PROPERTY CLEAN OUTS\n• YARD DEBRIS REMOVAL\n• PROPERTY CLEAN OUTS\n• APPLIANCE REMOVAL\n• DEMO\n• AND MUCH MOREI

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CJ pro lawns

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CJ Pro Lawns is your local expert for professional lawn care and pressure washing services. With a focus on reliability and meticulous attention to detail, we help homeowners keep their properties looking their absolute best year-round. From precision lawn maintenance to restoring your home’s surfaces with expert pressure washing, we pride ourselves on punctuality and high-quality results. Fully insured and dedicated to customer satisfaction, we treat every property as if it were our own.

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Turf Renovations, LLC

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Serving Ironton, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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My name is Bryce Rone. I am the co-owner of Turf Renovations. We are an athletic field renovation company, but also offer full service residential and commercial landscape/yard renovations.

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JB LAWNCARE

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Serving Ironton, MO and surrounding areas

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We do lawn mowing,yard cleanup,power washing.\nFair price and customer satisfaction is our main goal.

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Vern Coleman

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Small jobs welcome

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I am an independent contractor with the experience and tools necessary to complete most jobs. I have two full time jobs and I pick up extra work to supplement my income during slow periods at work.

Serving Ironton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"He did a wonderful job on trimming my bushes and also cut a few hanging tree limbs. Cleanup was great and rates were very reasonable. I would highly recommend Rogers Lawn Legends!"

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Response time3 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Stanley's Home Improvement

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Serving Ironton, MO and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was apparent they were very skilled. They quickly dropped the huge limbs without a scratch on the house, fence or sheds surrounding the tree. They arrived on time and cleaned the area to my satisfaction before leaving. And they were competetively priced! I can't say enough good things about this company."

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BNB Handyman Service!

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Serving Ironton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed my kitchen wall replaced and Brandon replaced it in a vary timely fashion , alot cheaper than anywhere else I had checked. He even put me in new outlets. I will definitely call again and will refer him to my friends and family... Thank you Brandon"

Recommended by80%of homeowners

Serving Ironton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

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Emergency services offered

"Very hard workers. Cleaned up their mess every day. Project turned out even better than expected. Very professional. Have already hired them for a 2nd project and would absolutely recommend then to others."

+11

Recommended by40%of homeowners

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Campbell's Maintenance

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Serving Ironton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bryce is a very reliable and respectful young man, he cares for my lawn and cleans my windows year round and does an EXCELLENT job!! Affordable prices and very good at what he does! Highly recommend him for any of his provided services!"

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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.

Professional lead removal involves identifying and safely removing or encapsulating lead-based paints and materials, using specialized equipment, and following strict safety procedures to minimize exposure and contamination.

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.

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 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.

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