Protect your Family from Sources of Lead
Lead from paint, dust, and soil in and around your business or home could be dangerous if not found and dealt with properly to remove lead paint. This page provides information about potential sources of lead in: Older homes and buildings Soil, yards, and playgrounds Dust Products Drinking water Jobs and hobbies Folk remedies Is your Home or Business Old Enough to be a Lead Hazard? If your home or business was built before 1978, it’s more likely to have lead-based paint. 1978 is when the U.S. federal government banned consumer uses of lead-based paint, but some states were able to ban it earlier. The truth is that lead paint is still present in millions of homes, sometimes under layers of more paint. If the paint is in good shape, the lead paint is usually not a problem. However, if the lead-based paint is deteriorating (peeling, chipping, chalking, cracking, damaged, or damp) is most certainly a hazard and needs immediate… Read More »Protect your Family from Sources of Lead