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Pacific Rim Construction Services, Inc.
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Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Powell Butte, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Our expertise ranges from small remodeling abatement projects to preparation for complete demolition. Our abatement activities are performed above the standards of E.P.A. / D.E.Q Regulations.\n\nEach and every project, no matter how small is documented to assist the owner / property manager with the critical information often valuable in later sales, appraisal and or renovations.\n\nPacific Rim Construction takes great pride in the fact of meeting stringent site specific needs of our clients and keeping the project needs **Cost Effective**. We understand that in many applications, abatement Work Needs to be Performed **Discreetly**and **Work Windows of Opportunity can be Tight**. With all of these challenges, Pacific Rim Construction Services Inc. Sets into motion a *Site* Specific Plan** Tailored to your Needs.\n\n

Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

Structural problems with the foundation or roof, water damage, and significant plumbing or electrical issues are all considered major red flags in a home inspection. Of these, a structural problem related to the foundation is often the most severe. Foundation repairs are typically the most expensive and intrusive to carry out, averaging around $5,000 but sometimes reaching up to $16,000. Because these problems can pose safety risks and be costly to fix, you should ask your inspector detailed questions about any identified issues. You will need to carefully consider how major problems affect what you’re willing to pay for the home, or if you want to proceed with the sale at all.

When a surface that contains lead dust is disturbed, the dust can float about in the air for roughly an hour before settling again. Since you cannot see the dust, it is important always to wear protective gear when working with any materials that may contain lead paint and to keep children, pets, and others away from the area for as long as possible

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.

Iron sediments from rusty pipes are not likely to cause health problems. While a glass of yellow-hued water is off-putting, it is generally safe to drink yellow water in the short term. But you certainly want to address this problem. In the meantime, switching to bottled water until the yellow water issue is resolved is a good idea. 

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. 

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