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 Abatement Methods Used on Commercial Sites
Historic buildings challenge a developer’s creativity and resourcefulness. However, they are also a vital part of the community that future generations can enjoy through historic preservation. Lead abatement is one vital aspect of rehabbing an old site if there is lead on the premises, mainly from old pipes. We can utilize several methods to abate […]
Lead Exposure: A Hidden Threat in Your Older Building
If you live or work in an old building, you may face a hidden danger: lead exposure. Many older buildings, especially those built before 1978, were constructed with lead materials. While lead-based paint has been banned for decades, it can still be found in many older buildings, lurking beneath layers of newer paint. This poses […]
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 […]
