"The Lead Law Scoop!"

This is a great question for anyone with a house built before 1978. To put it in a very simple terms,as of April 22, 2010 the EPA enacted the “Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting” rule that requires lead-safe certification of contractors and renovation firms that disturb a specified amount of paint in pre-1978 homes. Contractors must also provide homeowners and tenants with an EPA lead hazard safety pamphlet. When beginning a project contractors must post signs that clearly define the area, and warn occupants and other persons involved in the renovation to remain outside the area. The contractor must isolate the work area so that no dust and debris leaves the area while work is being performed. The work that is being done must be in compliance with applicable work practice standards. The waste and debris must also be contained and disposed of according to the new “Lead Law” standard. After the renovation is complete the contractor must clean the workspace according to the same standards.

This is not just a practice it’s the law. Some contractors may try to sneak around the regulation which makes it your job as a homeowner to check their certification. This law is in effect to protect you and your family from lead base poisoning or other ailments. In this green friendly era its necessary for everyone to do there part. Rest assured,as part of the background checks we do on all our contractors, Bidconstruction.com will also be checking for “Lead Law” certifications as well. Bidconstruction.com is dedicated to providing useful information for your renovation as well as the safest place on the web for a homeowner to find a contractor.