Lead-based Paint Remediation

Safe, Compliant Removal for Homes & Buildings

Lead-based paint was commonly used in residential and commercial buildings prior to 1978. When intact, lead-based paint may not pose an immediate hazard—but when it deteriorates or is disturbed during renovations, repairs, or demolitions, it can create dangerous lead dust and chips. I & F Abatement Experts provides professional lead-based paint abatement services to safely remove or contain these hazards while meeting all regulatory requirements.

Why Lead Paint Is Dangerous

Lead exposure is especially harmful to young children and pregnant women. Even small amounts of lead dust can cause serious and irreversible health effects.

Health risks associated with lead exposure include:

  • Developmental delays and learning disabilities in children

  • Behavioral issues and reduced attention span

  • Nervous system and brain damage

  • Kidney damage and other long-term health effects

Children are at higher risk because they are more likely to ingest lead dust through normal hand-to-mouth activity.

EPA Regulations & Lead Abatement Requirements

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires all individuals who perform lead abatement in homes built before 1978 to be properly certified and to follow specific work practices designed to minimize lead exposure. Lead testing or inspections may be requested at the homeowner’s discretion or required by a government entity, school district, housing authority, or other regulatory agency.

Lead abatement must be performed using approved methods that prevent the spread of lead dust, protect occupants, and ensure proper cleanup and disposal.

When Abatement Is Required

Lead abatement or mitigation may be required in the following situations:

  • Renovation, repair, or painting projects that disturb lead-based paint

  • Deteriorating or peeling paint in pre-1978 buildings

  • Child-occupied facilities or housing

  • Government- or lender-mandated remediation

  • Property sales or rehabilitation projects

As a veteran-owned company, I & F Abatement Experts brings disciplined, professional practices to every lead abatement project. Our trained and certified team uses proper containment, specialized equipment, and thorough cleaning procedures to safely remove or stabilize lead-based paint while protecting occupants—especially children.

We work in compliance with EPA regulations and applicable state guidelines throughout Colorado, New Mexico, and the Southwest, delivering reliable, safe, and effective lead-based paint abatement for both residential and commercial properties.

FAQs

  • Lead-based paint is paint that contains lead, a metal once added to paint to improve durability, speed drying, enhance appearance, and resist moisture damage. In the United States, lead was banned from household paints in 1978 due to serious health concerns. Any home or building constructed before 1978 may contain lead-based paint, even if it has been covered by newer layers of paint.

  • Lead-based paint becomes a hazard when it deteriorates or is disturbed. The primary risk comes from inhaling or ingesting lead dust or paint chips, which commonly occurs during renovations, repairs, or demolition when surfaces are sanded, drilled, cut, or heated. Lead exposure is especially dangerous for children and can cause long-term health and developmental issues.

  • If lead-based paint is present but intact, it may not pose an immediate risk. However, if you are planning renovations or if the paint is chipping or deteriorating, testing and professional remediation are strongly recommended. Lead abatement should be completed before work begins to prevent exposure and ensure a safe environment. Certified professionals can safely remove or stabilize lead-based paint in compliance with EPA and state regulations.

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