Lead and PCBs Removal
We remove lead and PCBs from your house to keep you safe and healthy.
These chemicals are seriously deadly. Do not remove them yourself.
Residential and Commercial lead removal services
Toxic Lead might be present in paint, lacquers, varnishes, caulking, floor coatings, and old pipes. If you are renovating an older house, it’s best if you have a lead survey done to test whether any materials might be toxic if they became airborne. A common form of lead poisoning is when someone begins sanding down lead-based paints and inhales the dust. Lead poisoning is very dangerous, sometimes fatal, and often present long term neurological consequences. Children can develop learning disorders and pregnant women can develop deformities or worse, miscarriages. In healthy adults, the short term symptoms may be nausea, muscle pain, general feelings of weakness, and a sensation of pins and needles. Long term effects can lead to cognitive decline, mood disorders, reduced sperm count, and problems affecting the circulatory system. The worst part of lead poisoning is that it’s irreversible. So don’t expose yourself to lead!
PCB clean-up and decontamination
PCBs (Polychlorinated Biphenyls) are toxic plastics that are typically used in caulking, sealants, oils, coolants, lubricants, inks and paint additives. More often than not, residential homes need not worry as most of the materials in question are industrial in nature. However, some PCBs are present in paint in older homes and buildings. The effects of PCB exposure is highly toxic. Similar to lead poisoning, it can lead to miscarriages, development challenges, neurological and cognitive complications, and an array of damage to your organs. Another challenge with PCBs is the environmental implication. PCBs have a low boiling point, but otherwise have a stable chemical structure and are near impossible to break down organically. The result of improper disposal is PCBs entering the ecosystem, being first consumed by insects and microorganisms and moving up the food chain back to Humans. Bottom line is let a professional remove PCBs on your behalf.
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Having these materials remediated is the right decision.
Expert Assessment. One of our technicians will complete a Lead Survey on your premises to test for any lead paint and PCBs. This assessment will provide you with the most accurate information to inform you on the possible dangers present. This information will help you make a decision whether remediation is the right course of action for you!
Adept Abatement . Removing lead and PCBs from your property is a highly skilled project that requires the area to be sectioned off. The air must be constantly filtered and monitored for chemical levels. The technicians are fitted with the proper clean suits and breathing apparatuses. They have also undergone government regulated training that has prepared them with the most up to date industry practices. Abatement Edmonton will ensure all the toxic contaminants are removed without any accidental spread, and then safely delivered to a regulated disposal site.
Flawless Decontamination. Simply put, if there is any lead or PCBs present after abatement, the job is not complete. Abatement Edmonton will perform air quality testing to ensure that no lead or PCBs are airborne. Secondly, they will test the surfaces to ensure that no dust has been left behind. Testing is sometimes also conducted by third party consulting agencies to further ensure accountability. The mission of every job is to ensure that no cross contamination takes place, the environment is preserved, and residents are safe.
Have a professional remediate your property from Lead and PCBs.
These chemicals are highly toxic to humans and the environment. The risks are simply too high that someone without proper training and personal protective equipment will put themselves or the people around them in danger. Abatement Edmonton can assist by properly remediating and safely disposing these substances from your property on your behalf, so that you don’t have to.
Understanding the serious health implications of these chemicals, no one should have to put their life at risk to remove them.
Exposure can be life altering. No one should ever have to suffer being poisoned.
Over 10 years in business remediating properties in the Edmonton area.
Safely decontaminated dozens of houses containing Lead and PCBs.
Zero workplace safety incidents, with 3rd party expert testing ensuring 100% chemical abatement
Knowing the risks, it’s hard to believe something so dangerous was once commonplace
Stephen M., McCauley Resident
“We have a pre-war house in McCauley. It’s a beautiful character home that we inherited from our grandparents. When we had it inspected we learned that lead paint was present in a number of rooms. After learning about the dangers of lead, we were absolutely spooked and researched the top abatement companies in Edmonton. We liked Abatement Edmonton’s reviews and when Joan came by for the Lead Survey we appreciated her personability and professionalism. The job was completed without any hiccups and we are happy we chose Abatement Edmonton.“
Kathy L., Stony Plain Resident
“Older house on an acreage. We got it so cheap because we knew there was lead paint on the entire exterior. Having a young family, we ensured the house was abated prior to moving in. Abatement Edmonton was recommended by my husband’s business partner who operated a cleaning service. We were happy they recommended them! Team was clean, fast, and the test results were perfect. “
Gordon H., General Contractor
“We had lead paint and PCBs present in a 30,000 square foot job for the school board. We’ve been working with Abatement Edmonton for a number of years and have built the relationship on trust, honesty, and integrity. The team never disappoints! “
You can’t put a price on health. Removing Lead and PCBs from your home is priceless.
By now you should know for certain that these chemicals are simply too dangerous to try removing yourself. So please consider a professional abatement service. The average job cost to remove lead-based paint and paint containing PCBs can vary. The cost can be adjusted for safety constraints, complexity, size and scope of the job.
Typically, the remediation costs can land anywhere from $8 to $15 per square foot. The best way to know for sure is to have a Lead Survey done in your home where we can test for Lead and PCBs and give you an exact quote. Please give us a call for a free estimate!
The process of hiring for chemical decontamination is simple. Here’s all you have to do..
Having these toxic chemicals removed from your home is simple. Simply schedule a lead survey today!
FIRST
Give us a call to set up an appointment. The lead survey will determine how much lead and PCBs are present, the difficulty level in removing them, and give you an exact quote. You’ll be able to use this information to help make a decision from there.
SECOND
Our teams will perform their due diligence. The respective authorities will be notified that we are removing a toxic substance, and the area will be safely sectioned off. The team will use the best industry practices to ensure all the material is safely abated.
THIRD
Extensive testing will be conducted to ensure that no chemicals are airborne or contaminating any surfaces. The only standard is 100%, and there is no room for failure, otherwise we do not leave until the job is done. Once the testing comes back as positive, then the equipment is removed and you will be able to gain access again.
Were there any additional questions? Here’s additional information on Lead and PCB decontamination..
Q: Where can lead be found in the home?
A: Lead can be present in the pipes and surfaces. The greatest danger comes from disrupting these surfaces. For example, if you are renovating or sanding a wall, lead paint will be airborne in the dust and present in paint chips on the floor. It’s been known that lead pipes can even contaminate the water supply.
Q: What are safe lead levels?
A: Since lead is a heavy metal, the ideal answer is zero. You want zero levels of lead in your system. Government agencies have a 5mcg/DL of blood as the threshold, where any level equal to or greater than that is dangerous.
Q: What homes can have lead present?
A: Lead based paint can be present in homes as recently built as the 1980’s. The likelihood is even greater in homes built prior to the 1950’s. There are potentially thousands of homes in the Edmonton area that were built with lead and PCBs.
Q: Can a homeowner remove lead on their own?
A: Knowing the risks, it’s hard to know why anyone would risk it. Abatement technicians undergo extensive training and use the latest pieces of personal protective equipment. They’re trained to keep themselves safe and reduce further contamination and exposure. Are you?
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