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Q: How do professionals test for other toxic materials in a home?

• <div><p>Professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to detect asbestos, radon, and VOCs.</p></div>

Q: Can I test for lead myself?

• <div><p>DIY lead testing kits are available, but they often lack the accuracy and reliability of professional services. Professional testing is recommended for more accurate results, as properly certified testers can provide a thorough analysis, clear recommendations, and the necessary legal documentation if remediation is required.</p></div>

Q: Can I remove lead paint from floors on my own?

• <div><p>If your home was built before 1978, there&rsquo;s a chance that any paint on your hardwood floors could be lead paint&mdash;especially if it was already there when you moved in. Because lead is toxic, hiring a licensed pro to remove it is mandatory. The <a href="https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/environmental-safety/remove-toxic-lead/">average price for professional lead paint removal ranges</a> from <b>$1,500 to $5,300 </b>and depends on the scope of the project.</p></div>

Q: What factors affect testing costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to remove lead paint?

• <div><p>You do not have to remove lead paint if the surface is not chipping or peeling or if there are no pregnant people or children under the age of six who live in or regularly visit your home. Lead paint is a particular risk for young children whose brains and bodies are not fully developed. Experts strongly recommend that you call a pro to remove lead paint if it&rsquo;s peeling or flaking, no matter who lives in the home. You can experience lead poisoning by breathing in or ingesting just a small amount of it.</p></div>

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Last update on March 27, 2026

Reviewed in March 2026
Yes they did an exemplary job! Listened and very respectful. Great job with clean up and pick up. Very hard workers and we greatly appreciated what was done. Thank you very much!!
Wyatt Lussier
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Reviewed in December 2024
Tree Frog removed a dangerous tree that was threatening our home. Alex and his team were energetic, enthusiastic, and professional. They did a great job and had fun doing it. They were a pleasure to work with, and I wholeheartedly recommend them. They were prompt and fast.
Tree Frog Outdoor
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Reviewed in October 2024
Was prompt and communicated promptly and efficiently
Paul Winauski
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Reviewed in May 2024
Very efficient, knowledgeable about tree removal and priced in the medium range. Mike and Gifford came through with an estimate quickly, they showed up on time and were very thorough in removing a much-loved, but very sick 80 yo Norway maple. I highly recommend them.
Marshfield Tree Service and Logging
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Reviewed in April 2024
I hired Daniel and his team a few months ago to install a stair case for me. He came the next day for measurements and within a few days, he and his team were on site working. In no time the completed the stair case with top notch quality. I will be using these guys on my projects as they put...
Durgin Contracting
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Reviewed in February 2024
The workers came and did an excellent job taking out the gigantic oak tree stump and all the vegetation around it including rocks around its perimeter. Also, they removed three small tree stumps at no extra cost. At the end, they did a nice job cleaning up the area. Therefore, I was very...
Barracuda Landscape & Curbing
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Reviewed in October 2023
Josh and his crew removed the dead maple tree and cleaned it up. Very professional job done, highly recommend NEK Tree Workz LLC to anyone who needs tree work done.
NEK Tree Workz LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Five Star Roofing did a great job replacing my roof. Everything was on time and they did great with communication. Everything covered during removal and cleaned up. Done in 6 hours!!
Five Star Roofing
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Reviewed in June 2023
They did a great job removing trees on a city lot. Reasonable price, did exactly what they said they would do and did a great cleanup afterwards. Excellent service.
Alexander Tree Service
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Reviewed in April 2023
Justin and crew did a great job safely removing a tree growing through power lines and dropping another without crushing some ornamental trees I'd planted. They even dug up a shrub for me so it wouldn't get damaged. The clean up was grade A and the price was very affordable. Highly...
Catamount Tree Service
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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

Professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to detect asbestos, radon, and VOCs.

DIY lead testing kits are available, but they often lack the accuracy and reliability of professional services. Professional testing is recommended for more accurate results, as properly certified testers can provide a thorough analysis, clear recommendations, and the necessary legal documentation if remediation is required.

If your home was built before 1978, there’s a chance that any paint on your hardwood floors could be lead paint—especially if it was already there when you moved in. Because lead is toxic, hiring a licensed pro to remove it is mandatory. The average price for professional lead paint removal ranges from $1,500 to $5,300 and depends on the scope of the project.

Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.

You do not have to remove lead paint if the surface is not chipping or peeling or if there are no pregnant people or children under the age of six who live in or regularly visit your home. Lead paint is a particular risk for young children whose brains and bodies are not fully developed. Experts strongly recommend that you call a pro to remove lead paint if it’s peeling or flaking, no matter who lives in the home. You can experience lead poisoning by breathing in or ingesting just a small amount of it.

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