Lead Paint Removal in Neville Island, Pennsylvania
Concerned about lead paint in Neville Island, Pennsylvania? The EPA enacted laws in 1996 as part of the Toxic Substance Control Act* to prevent exposure to lead-based paints, because of the health hazards, especially among young children. A simple test can be done to determine if you have lead in your paint. If lead is detected in your Neville Island home, the real work begins! Lead paint removal should be left to certified professionals because there are steps that must be taken to protect people from health hazards related to exposure. Painter Nation is certified in lead paint removal in Neville Island and our crews are trained to remove lead paint safely and effectively.
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How Much Does Lead Paint Abatement in Neville Island Cost?
The EPA states that the cost to professionally remove lead-based paint ranges from $8 and $15 per square foot. This equates to approximately $10,000 for an average-sized home. If lead paint has been found in your home, the price to remove it, especially if you notice any chipping or cracking, is far less than the ramifications if your children are exposed to the toxins. Call Painter Nation today for fair pricing on Neville Island lead paint removal.
How Is Lead Paint Removed from Neville Island Buildings?
There are a few methods used to remove lead-based paint. The most affordable method involves the application of a coating, rather than completely removing the paint. This process, known as encapsulation, involves the application of a coating that creates a watertight seal over the lead-based paint. This protective coating keeps the paint from peeling and chipping, to minimize surface contact with it.
People on a tight budget may wish to simply cover the lead paint with wallpaper to new drywall. They may cover window sills and trim with aluminum or vinyl. This is a temporary fix, as the lead paint will be exposed once again when these coverings are removed. Of course, peeling or of the wallpaper or inadequate coverage of the materials can put children at risk. In addition, resale of your home may be difficult if you have not properly addressed lead paint.
Total Removal is the most complete (and the most expensive, short of removing walls and doors and replacing with new products) method to eradicate lead paint in Neville Island. A contractor who is certified in lead paint removal will scrape the lead paint with liquid paint removers. They may sand the surface using a wet sanding method and then vacuum the particles using a HEPA vacuum to ensure all particles are safely removed.
Call (412) 345-1868 to schedule a convenient time for a Painter Nation representative to speak with you about viable options for lead paint removal from your Neville Island home.
In the Meantime,…
If you are aware that you have lead-based paint in a Neville Island home, whether inside or outside, and you’ve got children living in the home. There are steps that should be taken immediately while you await the removal of the paint.
- Paint chips should be removed quickly when seen
- Clean your floors on a regular basis to remove any paint residue
- Make sure children wash their hands frequently, and always before a meal
- Plastic corner pieces can be applied to door moldings and window sills
- Remove shoes at the door upon entering the home
- Call Painter Nation for lead paint removal at (412) 345-1868
*For more information on the Toxic Substance Control Act, see this https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-1996-08-29/pdf/96-21954.pdf.
