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: Do home inspectors check for lead paint?

• <div><p>No, a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/whats-included-home-inspection-report.htm">standard home inspection includes</a> 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.</p></div>

Q: Why is lead removal necessary for older homes?

• <div><p>Lead removal is crucial in older homes to eliminate risks of lead poisoning, which can severely affect health, particularly in children, by impacting development and cognitive functions.</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: 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 costs should be expected for professional lead testing services?

• <div><p>Professional lead testing services typically cost between $200 and $500, with the price varying based on the extent of testing and the specific areas tested within the property.</p></div>

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I called ProClean of Port Angeles, WA. to clean the moss off the roof of my mobile home and was very satisfied from beginning to end. The owner gave me a bid that was $100.00 less then two other bids I received, they were on time and got right to work cleaning my moss covered roof that was way...
Pro Clean360 L.L.C.
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Reviewed in January 2024
Went very smoothly on both jobs and they cleaned up all the mess made from the trees. It actually looks better and we are very pleased. Will call them again when we are ready to remove a couple more.
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Reviewed in October 2023
At a very reasonable cost, Jason worked tirelessly to remove every bit of the moss and lichen which had accumulated on our roof . He took the time to explain how every element of the process works. Jason is the only contractor I know who is eager to return weeks after the process has been...
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Reviewed in April 2023
Excellent job removing cut and down branches from two trees. Two loads for disposal. Great person to work with.
NWFW - Tree Service
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Reviewed in February 2023
Showing up on time and carefully explaining the process of the work involved over two days, Josh Armstrong and his crew removed two huge Douglas Fir trees from our back yard in a difficult position, both trees had to be taken down branch by branch and winched down in very close quarters to our...
Olympic Coast Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
Quinn and his crew were prompt and professional. They showed up when they said they would and did a great job color-staining our "pump house" and the shingle trim above our garage. they were very easy to work with and we would use them again. They also did a thorough clean up.
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Reviewed in March 2022
After first contacting they were prompt and polite when they arrived to assess the work needed to be done and quickly gave me a price and within days or in doing the work restoring a bathroom and some wall damage they were quick and very professional I would recommend them to anyone I know I was...
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Reviewed in June 2021
Very professional. We had them remove a very tall, and dangerous, fir that was very close to the house and fence. It was a very controlled removal with every branch and piece of trunk lowered down by rope. It was a very dangerous job and they were clearly experts. We will definitely hire them...
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Reviewed in May 2021
Paul is an outstanding man! He was so kind to us and truly cared from start to finish that our home was safe and mold free for us and our 2 year old son. He was easy to get ahold of, quick with results and even followed up with us in the following weeks to check in. He was very knowledgeable...
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Reviewed in December 2020
Greg has done several projects for me: Bridge replacement, structure removal, field mowing, fence removal, blackberry clearing, gate repair, removal of large debris pile consisting of concrete, rocks and dirt. No matter how odd the job he always figures out a way to get it done. He is...
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Serving Carlsborg, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

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"James offered some suggestions regarding our home. I am doing as he suggested to see if the recommendations eliminates the air quality and concern there may be mold. He offered inside & outside advise for venting and reroofing."

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Serving Carlsborg, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"They did a real good job. They were real professional. We can now open the garage door from the inside of the house and now it is so smooth that we have to check to see if we hit the button to open it or close it. Before we used to know when it was opening or closing because it used to make a noise. It helps when you move to a city where you are new. "

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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

Lead removal is crucial in older homes to eliminate risks of lead poisoning, which can severely affect health, particularly in children, by impacting development and cognitive functions.

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.

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.

Professional lead testing services typically cost between $200 and $500, with the price varying based on the extent of testing and the specific areas tested within the property.

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