Lead Exposure in Older Buildings: Safe Abatement Procedures
Worried about lead in an older building? EDG uncovers hidden risks and performs certified lead abatement procedures to ensure your renovation is safe and compliant.
Where to Find Lead in Older Structures and Why It Needs Abatement
Lead has been a known health hazard since the early 1970s. It was used in many structural items on buildings up until the U.S. government banned lead-based paint in 1978, followed by limitations on its use in gasoline and pipes. Unfortunately, lead is still a problem in many structures dating to before 1978. Even buildings […]
How to Select the Right Lead Abatement Contractor for Your Commercial Renovation Project
Lead has been a known health hazard since the early 1970s. Yet its presence is still felt 50 years later. The Flint, Michigan, lead poisoning crisis from 2014 to 2016 spoke to the dangers of lead in public drinking water. However, lead also poses health hazards in buildings, not just water pipes. Before you renovate […]
Lead Paint Abatement Methods Used on Commercial Sites
Learn how EDG’s lead paint abatement ensures commercial site safety, compliance, and protection through removal, containment, and prevention.
Sandblasting Secrets: How It Benefits Renovation Projects
When renovating a building, demolition companies use many tools and techniques to strip away old layers and prepare surfaces for a fresh start. One such method that has been gaining popularity in recent years is sandblasting. This powerful technique uses compressed air to propel small abrasive particles at high speeds, effectively removing coatings, rust, and […]
Lead Abatement FAQs
What is lead abatement? Lead abatement occurs when someone needs to permanently remove lead from a site, building, or property. Why is lead abatement necessary? This process is required for the safety of workers, customers, and the public who spend time in the building because lead is a public health hazard. What are the health […]