Building or Remodeling?
 Green & EPA  guidelines can be implemented cost effectively.

Is your home being renovated, repaired or painted?  If the answer to any of these 'YES', there are some important things you need to know about lead-based paint.

Some fact you should know about lead:

• Lead can affect children's brains and developing nervous systems, causing reduced IQ, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems.  Lead is also harmful to adults.
• Lead in dust is the most common way people are exposed to lead.  People can also get lead in their bodies from lead in soil or paint chips.  Lead dust is often invisible.
• Lead based paint was used in more than 38 million homes until it was banned for residential use in 1978.
• Projects rhat disturb lead-based paint can create dust and endanger you and your family.  Don't let this happen to you. 

If your house was built before 1940, assume your house has lead-based paint.  To be sure (and on the safe side), hire a certified professional to check for lead-based paint.  He (or she) can conduct an inspection, and tell you whether your home has lead-based paint and where it is located.  He can also tell you what actions to take regarding how to address any hazards.