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>

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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: What is considered hazardous waste?

• <div><p>Hazardous waste is waste that poses a threat to human or environmental health. This generally refers to waste that is flammable, corrosive, toxic, or reactive. To confirm if the waste you need to remove <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-hazardous-waste.htm">is considered hazardous waste</a>, contact your local hazardous waste facility.</p></div>

Q: How often should properties be tested for lead?

• <div><p>Properties should be tested for lead every 2-3 years, especially if they are older, have undergone renovations, or show deterioration of paint or interior finishes.</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>

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>

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The contractor was very professional and on time daily and clean their messes better than they found it. I would recommend them to anyone that needs any kind of work done very reasonable pricing
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SotoVera Family home remodeling went above and beyond our expectations!! Odel and his team were absolutely meticulous in detail and design. Very professional, prompt, polite, and very, very skilled with their workmanship. We are very happy with our new floor! Highly recommended!!
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Reviewed in September 2023
Inspector was prompt and professional. He proceeded through the work with interest and produced a great report with clear photos.
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"The project was done on time. And went above and beyond what I expected. They showed up on time. And I think it turned out great!"
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Reviewed in December 2021
They were very friendly and courteous. Helped move my entire 3 bedroom house from NJ to TX in a timely manner. I expected there to be some stress and hiccups with such a big move, but they surprised me. It went smoothly and I would absolutely use them again if needed.
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Reviewed in November 2021
Courteous, professional, did a great job on the fence/gates. Removal of dead trees, put up curtain rods through out the house. Fix holes in roof, other handy man services.
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Reviewed in October 2021
I would hire this company again. They were respectful and professional. They honored their warranty, came back out and stoped the leak.
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They were professional, timely, efficient and a very good value. They cleaned up and removed all the tree debris before leaving. The palm trees were cut down without damage to any fencing or structures.
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This company was very prompt and the gentleman that came out was very professional. Even being late in the day they still made it out to look and see what was wrong. He fixed it and was out of here in less then 45 mins. I will use them again.
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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

Hazardous waste is waste that poses a threat to human or environmental health. This generally refers to waste that is flammable, corrosive, toxic, or reactive. To confirm if the waste you need to remove is considered hazardous waste, contact your local hazardous waste facility.

Properties should be tested for lead every 2-3 years, especially if they are older, have undergone renovations, or show deterioration of paint or interior finishes.

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

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.

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