Since 2010, the EPA has increased their enforcement of their RRP regulations regarding the safe handling of lead-based paint and materials in renovation projects for homes built before 1978. While the regulation may seem inconvenient to many contractors looking to […]

All contractors know that the EPA’s regulations against lead and lead-based paint are in place for a reason, but their knowledge ends beyond the general understanding that lead causes health problems. It’s likely that some members of the crew simply […]

At present, renovation crews are not required to adhere to the same strict rules when it comes to renovations on office buildings and structures used for purposes other than residence. The EPA has enforced lead-based paint requirements for renovations in […]

Old buildings are increasingly in need of renovation and improvements. With more contractors entering the industry, it seems that qualified service people are just a phone call away for homeowners, building managers, and businesses. However, old buildings have their pitfalls, […]

If you own a home built before 1978 (when lead paint was banned) or you are thinking about purchasing an older home and renovating it, there are things you will need to do to protect you and your family from […]

In recent years home renovators have had to comply with the law requiring certified lead inspectors to inspect home and building renovations in buildings built before lead-based paint was banned in 1978. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires contractors to […]

Though Lead has been a prominent component in traditional industrial applications like energy, mining, smelting, and plumbing, the element has recently been identified as one of the 10 most toxic chemicals present on earth. Lead has a limited beneficial use, […]

Renovations can be messy because demolition and rebuilding can stir up or create a lot of dust. Often this is no problem other than the clean-up effort. However, if the structure was built before 1979, there’s a good chance the […]

Globally, advocates of public health and safe living have been studying the impact of Lead on the environment for years. The World Health Organization (WHO) has identified 10 chemicals that pose a threat to public health, one of which happens […]

Lead can be found throughout our environment, in water, air, soil, building materials, and more. Humans who come into contact with lead face great danger because lead exposure can result in compromised health or even death.  Small children are particularly […]