Understanding Lead Paint in Older Homes
Does Your Home Have Lead?
Many homes built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint, which was commonly used in residential construction before it was banned for consumer use in the United States. In many cases, the paint may still be present underneath newer layers of paint and may not be visible. When lead-based paint deteriorates, is sanded, scraped, or disturbed during renovation, it can create fine dust that may pose health risks—especially to young children and pregnant women. Because of this, special safety procedures are required when working on homes where lead paint may be present. At Vivid Painting, we follow lead-safe work practices and can perform screening tests to help determine whether lead may be present before work begins, allowing us to plan the safest approach for your project.
We are an EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm
Vivid Painting LLC is an EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm, meaning we follow strict federal guidelines designed to protect your home and family. Our team uses specialized containment, HEPA filtration, and approved cleaning methods to safely manage potential lead hazards during renovation and painting projects.
Lead Paint Services We offer
Lead Paint Screening
HEPA Cleaning & Lead-Safe Jobsite Cleanup
Lead-Safe Renovation & Painting
We offer optional lead paint screening using EPA-recognized test swabs to quickly check painted surfaces for the presence of lead. This screening helps determine whether lead-safe work practices may be required before painting begins.
Note: Swab testing is a screening method and is not a certified lead inspection or laboratory analysis.
Lead-Safe Renovation & Painting
HEPA Cleaning & Lead-Safe Jobsite Cleanup
Lead-Safe Renovation & Painting
Our team follows EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) guidelines when working in homes built before 1978. This includes containment, dust control, HEPA vacuuming, and proper cleanup procedures to minimize exposure to lead dust.
Lead Dust Containment Setup
HEPA Cleaning & Lead-Safe Jobsite Cleanup
HEPA Cleaning & Lead-Safe Jobsite Cleanup
We install professional containment systems using plastic barriers, ZipWall systems, floor protection, and negative airflow methods to isolate work areas and protect the rest of the home.
HEPA Cleaning & Lead-Safe Jobsite Cleanup
HEPA Cleaning & Lead-Safe Jobsite Cleanup
HEPA Cleaning & Lead-Safe Jobsite Cleanup
All work areas are cleaned using HEPA-filtered vacuums and wet-cleaning methods to capture fine dust and ensure the area is safe for occupants after work is completed.