Can I paint over lead paint?

• <div><p>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 <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 “encapsulant” from the big box stores or hardware stores do not meet EPA standards for remediation of lead-based paint.</p></div>

How can you tell if your well water is bad?

• <div><p>Some of the signs that could mean your water is contaminated, such as cloudiness or bubbliness, could also be non-problems that don’t affect your water’s potability. However, if your water smells or tastes strange, it’s a good idea to stop drinking it and test it immediately. If your well water is contaminated, the best way to discover that is to test it.</p></div>

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Q: Are lead paint test kits accurate?

• <div><p>Lead paint test kits are not always accurate. Several factors can play into why a test kit provides an inaccurate result such as user error, sample viability, the age and condition of the paint, or difficulty interpreting the final result. If you are looking for 100% accuracy, hiring a professional lead paint test is the only way to get that piece of mind. </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: Do all homes that were built before 1978 contain lead paint?

• <div><p>While not all homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, enough do, so you&rsquo;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.</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>

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I can't say enough good things about Boss Junk Removal. I hired them to break down my deck, remove and haul away the debris. The crew was professional, experience, and very efficient. I'm happy to say from start to finish they exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend you used them...
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We had a dead squirrel in our chimney. Alex did a great job locating the animal and removing it. The area was sanitized after. I would 100% recommend.
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While getting the tests done was a little pricey, the work was extremely thorough. They were able to confirm my initial hunches and also help give me additional info.
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I hired A&R Trees service for the first time to remove 6 trees on my property, and Rubin one of the lead guys, and his crew were so kind, respectful and professional. They were on time and did not stop till they finished the job!! â That was a 12 hour day for themâ Rubin and his workers...
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Hard working, professional and mindful of gravel driveway for snow removal. Punctual and responsive to any of my questions. Will definitely use again!
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We use Paul snow removal as well as lawn care. He. Is very conscientious off doing a good job. He does our fall and spring cleanups. I would highly recommend PJP
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It was a pleasure working with them on my Radon removal system. And it works.
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They cut down two 70 ft trees, removed all of the lumber and cleaned up in 2 1/2 hours. Very professional. Work was excellent. Very satisfied and will use them again.
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They responded to my request fast and were quick with removing and trimming my trees. They cleaned up after and were on their way. I plan on recommending them to all my friends and family and look forward to working with them in the future.
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"I had many questions about the testing process and the follow-up. Mike answered them all with patience."

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"You don't easily find contractors like Angelo of Tara Enterprises. Prompt, courteous and outstanding service. Better than a fair price, particularly in this specialty. I would hire this company again without hesitation-A recommendation I rarely give."

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Power House Inspection LLC

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"Gabriel at GLS inspection was very puntual, attentive, and professional. He is willing to explain all the questions I have before and even after testing result was done. He has many knowledge about Asbestos so i learned a lot. I would use for other type of testing as well with this company. I Highly recommend !"

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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

Lead paint test kits are not always accurate. Several factors can play into why a test kit provides an inaccurate result such as user error, sample viability, the age and condition of the paint, or difficulty interpreting the final result. If you are looking for 100% accuracy, hiring a professional lead paint test is the only way to get that piece of mind.

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.

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.

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.

Some of the signs that could mean your water is contaminated, such as cloudiness or bubbliness, could also be non-problems that don’t affect your water’s potability. However, if your water smells or tastes strange, it’s a good idea to stop drinking it and test it immediately. If your well water is contaminated, the best way to discover that is to test it.

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