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Aerus of Greensboro
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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1924

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brad was very personable and thorough with his explanation of how the system worked. I appreciated that he took the time to explain how exactly the system worked for our home. I felt he really listened to what our specific needs were and that it was for the long-term. We had been given a quote of $5,900.00 to clean our A/C and ductwork, and we weren't told it was just a short term solution. We actually wound up saving money, and for that, I am especially thankful. Customer service is very important to us and we look forward to working with your company for many years to come. Will we recommend your service? Absolutely! Many thanks from Marge and Roger Lessard."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
J&L Home Improvement and Mitigation Services
4.6(
18
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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jimmie was professional, friendly and knowledgeable. Of the estimates and recommendations I received for mold remediation in my crawlspace, I thought Jimmie's approach seemed the most logical and thorough. Pricing was fair, and the service was prompt with regular communication from him and his team about progress and next steps. He even performed an extra preventative measure that wasn't included in the estimate. I highly recommend this company."
Mold Testing and Remediation Project
Installation of Vapor Barrier
Water Mitigation
Mold Remediation
Water damage before and after mitigation.

+195

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Elite Home Preservation
3.1(
96
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Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John was always prompt in returning my messages and phone calls... He scheduled the work quickly (within a week)  as I requested after we had some steps replaced and needed the walkways done to tie it all together.  He came out to discuss the project scope and wanted to be sure he understood exactly what I wanted done -- but he had even better suggestions which in the long run, were completely the right thing to do.  We had an existing concrete walkway that had cracked sections that were replaced, and where we widened our front steps, we needed to add additional walkway to tie them together.  They made it go together seamlessly and graded the slope perfectly, so rain runoff and drainage would never be an issue. This was a concern of mine because the two walkway sections to be connected were considerably different elevations.  Then an additional cross walk was added to lead out to the front yard with a radius landing pad off the staircase. This also had to be excavated to slope correctly and drain properly since it was replacing an old brick pathway that had been there for 25+ years... John asked questions to ensure he knew exactly what we were looking for - and then he and his crew made it happen.  They scheduled the work quickly and kept to the schedule.  He communicated effectively if he had any question or concern about any aspect of the work.  The crew worked professionally and cleaned up meticulously as they completed each day of work.  I originally purchased the "package deal" but I knew that the scope of the work would exceed the package deal price.  The quoted pricing for the additional work was certainly reasonable, the speed of completion on the project was unexpected, and the finished work was just as I had envisioned wanting it to look ... an outstanding experience - start to finish.   I have nothing but positive things to say about this experience and plan to use them again for future projects since I also found out they do other things besides concrete work.
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Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Triangle Legacy cleaning & Restoration
3.5(
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Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Ross was prompt, punctual, knowledgeable and did way more that I expected.  I had a change in plans and needed him sooner and he pleasantly obliged.  He will be my first call next time and I highly recommend him.  His work and integrity are superb.
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Certified Indoor Air Inc
New to Angi
Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Everyone deserves fresh, healthy air to breathe. Certified Indoor Air, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, makes sure everyone gets pure air by testing for mold and other contaminates in the home. Serving the Raleigh-Durham metro area, these air quality consultants work with residential and commercial clients to test for mold and other contaminants that might be affecting the quality of your air. Make sure everyone who enters your property will be breathing easily by enlisting the help of these experts today. If you’ve been coughing or sneezing more than usual or all-around just feeling generally unwell, there’s a chance it might be due to the indoor air quality.

Suspicious Growth
Sampling Suspicious Growth
Outdoor Air Baseline Sample
Sample of Ambient Air Quality
Moisture Mapping

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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

While not all homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, enough do, so you’ll still want to test to be on the safe side. The federal government banned lead-based paint for homes in 1978, but your state may have banned lead before that time. Around 24% of homes built between 1960 and 1977 contained lead-based paint, while 87% of homes built before 1940 contained lead-based paint.

Services test for allergens, mold, VOCs, and carbon monoxide levels to ensure a healthy indoor environment.

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

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. 

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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