Lead Abatement
Lead paint is toxic. At Pro-Tech Environmental, we specialize in abatement (removal) services and have more unique lead abatement projects under our belts than anyone else in the industry. Our entire team of technicians are trained, certified, and licensed to ensure safety and compliance. When you need a trusted source for lead-paint removal and remediation projects, we can help.
Removal with Blasting
When chemical strippers don’t work, blasting is the best solution. Hazardous materials disposal. Blasting allows us to perform the work without potentially having to dispose of hazardous waste.
Safe & Experienced
When it comes to lead abatement, you won’t find anyone more experienced than our team. We handle everything from residential, to commercial and industrial with safety and precision. Providing full-service encapsulation, removal, and disposal.
Public & Private
Pro-Tech has performed lead remediation within federal buildings, hospitals, schools and universities. We have experience in all facets of the public and private sectors.
Suspect Areas for Lead
FAQs
What is lead?
It’s a heavy metal that was commonly used in manufacturing paint until it was banned by the EPA in 1978.
Why is lead safety important?
Lead is toxic to everyone, but especially to children because their bodies absorb lead quickly.
What are the health effects in children?
Lead blood poisoning can lead to behavioral and learning disabilities. Stunted growth. Hyperactivity and inability to focus. Serious cases can result in seizures and coma.
Are pregnant women and adults at risk?
Pregnant women should be concerned about early delivery and miscarriage, and the organ and nervous system health of their baby. Symptoms of lead blood poisoning in adults are: increased blood pressure, kidney failure, and reproductive problems.
Isn’t a lead inspection included with a standard home inspection?
No. Lead inspections aren’t required during standard home inspections.
Where is lead paint found - where do you see it the most?
For homes built prior to 1980, lead paint was commonly used on: exteriors, kitchens, bathrooms, trim, windows, and entries.
What are some good indicators that we might have lead paint?
Chipping
or
alligatoring
paint. Click for examples.
Is it important to test before we renovate?
Yes. If you’re planning a DIY renovation or using a contractor, you’ll need to take precautions to ensure lead safe work practices.
Additional Resources
Certifications
Memberships
- National Demolition Association
Licenses
- Licensed: State of Michigan OSHA 10 Hour Certified
- Licensed: State of Ohio OSHA 10 Hour Certified
Although you were not working for us on the Ramblewood job, I wanted to take a minute to thank you for Pro-Tech’s efforts on this project. Chris is an outstanding superintendent, that I look forward to working with again in the future. He and his crew did an exceptional job, paying close attention to detail, and coordinated with me as much as possible, even when not required. Working with Pro-Tech on this project was a refreshing change from the norm.