Lead poisoning, the No. 1 environmental illness of children, is caused
primarily by lead-based paint in older homes. The foremost cause of
childhood lead poisoning in the United States today is ingestion of
lead-based paint and the accompanying contaminated dust and soil found in or
around older houses. Homes with hazardous lead-based paint conditions
are required to be mitigated by rendering the lead-based paint safe,
removing the paint or removing the component that is coated with
lead-based paint.
About 75 percent of homes built before 1978 contain some lead-based
paint. Lead-based paint was used both inside and outside of homes,
especially on windows, baseboards, trim and doors. Many layers of lead-based
paint can be disturbed during remodeling or home repair. The only way to
know for sure if your home contains lead-based paint is to have it
tested by a licensed lead professional.
If the tests are positive, C.E.S. a lead abatement contractor, can
treat or remove lead-based paint and lead-based paint hazards in order to
make the property lead-safe. |
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