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Alpha Environmental Services Inc
4.7(
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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Rickreall, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Alpha Environmental Services to remove mold in our attic. They responded quickly to our emails and were able to complete the work right away. They explained the procedures thoroughly and kept us informed with before-and-after photos. Friendly, knowledgable, and reasonably priced, I would definitely recommend this company."
Heating Oil Tank
Radon Reduction System
Removal of Underground Tank
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Environmental Testing & Training NorthWest
4.0(
1
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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Rickreall, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The company rep collected site samples quickly ... in and out in about 20 minutes. And, the company turned the report around in two days. The service was a pricy, mostly due to the fixed call-out fee. The cost per sample was higher than one other instance that I know of but not unreasonable."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ABM General Construction
New to Angi
Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Rickreall, OR and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a small General Contractor firm with more than 18 years of experience performing Residential and Commercial work in Oregon and Washington. Our expertise is in: Pressure Washing, Siding, Framing, Windows/Doors, Fences, Concrete, Foundation, and Painting services. \n\nWe work towards quality not quantity, our work is performed by highly trained experts, and we make seek to achieve a 100% satisfaction from our clients.\n\nWe make sure to work under your budget and schedule with high building standards.\n

Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

You can sell a house with lead paint, but there are several requirements. If you are aware that lead paint exists anywhere in the home, you must disclose that to potential buyers. Required home inspections will often uncover lead paint, especially for older houses where lead paint may still be a problem. If you have taken steps to encapsulate lead, you should provide buyers with full documentation of the project so it won’t cause any problems later on.

If your house was built before 1978 and you’re noticing cracking or peeling paint, a lead paint inspection is a good idea. A lead paint inspection gives you accurate information about the presence, location, and condition of lead-based paint in your home. This information is essential for making informed decisions about lead paint removal to ensure your safety and health and that of your family. If your inspector finds lead, you’ll need to take steps to manage or remove the lead-based paint and comply with laws and regulations.

No, a standard home inspection includes the basics and does not offer lead paint testing. Professional lead paint inspectors need specific licenses to perform these inspections, which not all home inspectors have. If you suspect lead paint in the home you are about to purchase, you will need to pay separately to have that done. If the findings come back positive, you may be able to negotiate with the buyer to cover the cost of the removal.

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.

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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