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Q: Does homeowners insurance cover lead paint removal?

• <div><p>No. Standard homeowners insurance does not cover any kind of lead remediation, focusing instead on sudden, unpreventable events like fires and theft. Many insurance companies will specifically exclude lead paint removal, since it tends to be an expensive and unavoidable project. The exception is if the lead surface is damaged during a covered event (like a flood) and homeowners insurance pays its replacement.</p></div>

Q: Do I have to remove lead-based paint?

• <div><p>If the lead paint is in a place that is not easily disturbed and is not flaking or deteriorating, you do not necessarily need to remove it. Lead is toxic when dust particles or flakes from peeling lead paint are ingested. If people are not in the area with the lead paint, it may be safe to leave it in place. You still may want to consider encapsulation with a paint formulated for covering lead-based paint, just for an added layer of protection.</p></div>

Q: How do you safely remove lead paint?

• <div><p>The safest way to remove lead-based paint is by letting a professional take over. For most people, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-cost-removing-lead-paint.htm">lead paint removal costs</a> an average of $3,400. You should never attempt to dry sand old lead-based paint surfaces by hand. Most professionals use a paint stripper to do the job followed by wet scraping, but if you don&rsquo;t want to remove lead paint, another option is to paint over it. Only consider this option if the old lead paint finish isn&rsquo;t flaking or cracked.</p></div>

Q: How do companies ensure safety during the abatement process?

• <div><p>By using PPE, sealing work areas, and following containment procedures.</p></div>

Q: What are the health risks associated with lead exposure?

• <div><p>Lead exposure poses significant health risks, including neurological, developmental, and behavioral disorders, especially critical in young children and fetuses.</p></div>

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Last update on May 30, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
Matthew was very thorough and put seamless metal gutters and stainless leaf covers on our house and workshop. I would hire him again.
M&W Gutters and Home Improvement
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Reviewed in September 2024
Amazing company. Came out Saturday to remove a tree that fell in my home.
TeamEdit Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2023
They arrived on time. Did good quality work. Had plenty of manpwer. Professional. And very friendly. Cut 5 trees down and stumps removed. Would use them again.
Clark's Tree Express
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Reviewed in October 2022
Work was done completely and on time as agreed. Positive customer experience. I would hire Mellons Services for future tree removals.
Mellons Services LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
Quick response with great customer service. I am very pleased with the work they did. All debris was removed and I would hire them again.
Godspeed Tree and Landscape LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
These guys are amazing ! And they sure do a great job. The price is actually fair and affordable. I had several different quotes on how much it was going to cost me to have this big white oak directly beside my home removed and Averys tree was the only tree service willing to help me remove the...
Lions tree service
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Reviewed in December 2021
Great job. Removed a treadmill and did fast and careful job. I would recommend this company for anyone who needs something removed.
J & H Junk Removal
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Reviewed in September 2021
Fantastic job. Chris and his team took down three really large trees and after seeing their work we asked them to trim two other trees. Chris had given me a fair quote with the caveat that the largest tree might be a little more depending on how long it took to get it down. We are so happy...
A&C Tree
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Reviewed in May 2021
Very thorough, detail oriented, and professional. We were pleased with the pressure washing, black roof mold removal, and foundation dirt stain removal. Great value for the price. Cleaned the area of any cleansers, mud and debris.
Premier Roof Cleaning & Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in April 2021
UTS removed a very large tree from a very cramped area. It was done quickly and safely. I would/will hire this company again.
Utility Tree Service
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J & H Junk Removal

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

Serving Ellenboro, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys are excellent. They know what they are doing. Fair price quality work and great clean up. They removed junk from my garage, removed an old hot tub and left everything looking good as new. Highly recommend them!"

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Big Boss Man Junk Removal & more L.L.C.

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

Serving Ellenboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! On time removed all I wanted. He is a keeper."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate95%

74 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Howell Moving and Hauling Services LLC

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

Serving Ellenboro, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On time. Efficient. Well worth the price."

Response time5 days

Response rate95%

8 neighbors recently requested a quote

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M&D Property Solutions

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

Serving Ellenboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can."

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Response time1 day

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up - For BusinessLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Ellenboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"These guys are amazing. Here when they say they gonna be here and do amazing lawn care and bush trimming. My yard looks so beautiful and we are so pleased. I highly recommend this company."

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by62%of homeowners

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Newton's Tractor Service and Hauling

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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Ellenboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"On time Professional done Charge was accurate Would hire him again"

Response time1 day

Response rate93%

14 neighbors recently requested a quote

Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Ellenboro, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My yard looks so good after mowing and trimming done. Hansen Bro. are polite, knowledgeable and can do any project I ask about."

Response time4 hrs

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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J&A Tree Of Life Landscaping

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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn & Yard Waste Clean Up

Serving Ellenboro, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hello My name is Joshua the Owner Of J&A Tree Of Life Landscaping LLC I am 25 a Marine Vet my company also has a Co-Owner Name is Austin the idea of this company can to us about how God created this beautiful Earth and that is where we came up with the name it is a Christian base company. Thank you and God Bless you

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Chopkoff Construction

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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up - For BusinessLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn+1 more

Serving Ellenboro, NC and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Very Responsible, Paying Attention to minor things. Prefer to solve problems rather than just make temporary fixes. Paying attention to customers and ready to build relationships with them.

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D&T Landscaping

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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up - For Business

Serving Ellenboro, NC and surrounding areas

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Landscaping and lawncare professional experienced in commercial and residential settings. Offering mowing, trimming, mulching, gravel driveways and more.

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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

No. Standard homeowners insurance does not cover any kind of lead remediation, focusing instead on sudden, unpreventable events like fires and theft. Many insurance companies will specifically exclude lead paint removal, since it tends to be an expensive and unavoidable project. The exception is if the lead surface is damaged during a covered event (like a flood) and homeowners insurance pays its replacement.

If the lead paint is in a place that is not easily disturbed and is not flaking or deteriorating, you do not necessarily need to remove it. Lead is toxic when dust particles or flakes from peeling lead paint are ingested. If people are not in the area with the lead paint, it may be safe to leave it in place. You still may want to consider encapsulation with a paint formulated for covering lead-based paint, just for an added layer of protection.

The safest way to remove lead-based paint is by letting a professional take over. For most people, lead paint removal costs an average of $3,400. You should never attempt to dry sand old lead-based paint surfaces by hand. Most professionals use a paint stripper to do the job followed by wet scraping, but if you don’t want to remove lead paint, another option is to paint over it. Only consider this option if the old lead paint finish isn’t flaking or cracked.

By using PPE, sealing work areas, and following containment procedures.

Lead exposure poses significant health risks, including neurological, developmental, and behavioral disorders, especially critical in young children and fetuses.

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