The Facts About Lead Paint Exposure and Prevention
Posted by James Desmond on Thu, May 20, 2010 @ 12:21 PM
In case you haven't heard the news, as of April 2010, Federal Law now requires that contractors that are hired to perform renovation, repair, and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978 be certified and follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination. Federal Law also requires that individuals receive certain information before renovating 6-square feet or more of painted surfaces in a room for interior projects or more than 20-square feet of painted surfaces for exterior projects in housing, child care facilities, and schools built before 1978.
Lead paint was used in more than 38 million homes until it was banned for residential use in 1978. Projects that disturb lead-based paint can create dust and endanger you and your family. Lead dust comes from deteriorating lead-based paint and lead-contaminated soil that gets tracked into your home. This dust may accumulate to unsafe levels, then normal activities in the home move that dust from surfaces, like floors and windowsills, into the body. The key to protecting yourself and your family from lead-based paint exposure in a home renovation, repair, or painting job is to hire a certified contractor. For more information about lead-based paint in your home renovations please feel free to contact Suburban Windows & Siding, we are certified in Lead Safety for Renovation, Repair, and Painting.
