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Conservative Environmental Services, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Porter, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Within minutes of submitting my request for asbestos testing, Mike called me and took the time to explain the potential risks and my options. He really put my mind at ease and went above and beyond to answer all my questions. He didn’t have to go that extra mile, but it was clear that he genuinely cared. I would 100% recommend this company to anyone in need of asbestos related services."
Response time3 days
Response rate88%
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Conservative Environmental Services
4.9(
14
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Serving Porter, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The workers were very professional and the quality of the work was excellent. The air quality test took a couple of days, to be expect since the work was done on Friday. Received the outcome of the air quality report was given via phone on Monday and followed up on Tuesday with the paper report and invoice for the services. Extremely pleased with the service and would not hesitate to call this company for any future work."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

According to the EPA, there is no safe level of lead in the blood, and so the maximum contaminant level goal (MCLG) for lead in water is zero. Even at low levels, lead is harmful to human health. It can also remain in the body and build up over time with repeated exposure.

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.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

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.

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