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Serving Gaylesville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Hicks and his employee were on time and began work immediately upon arrival. All work was described during our initial meeting and paint colors provided. The colors he brought were correct and of excellent quality. We had gone over all previous paint job as well as obvious defects and Mr. hicks proceeded to correct and repair defects as well as sanding and prepping the walls and cabinets. This took several days as there was a tremendous amount of defects and poor workmanship from the prior owners painter. The job took a couple of days longer than anticipated due to circumstances beyond Mr. Hicks' control. The completed project is beautiful. There are no brush marks visible and the walls and cabinets are smooth and very elegant. The prior week to our paint job we had just had new very expensive Bamboo flooring installed. Mr. Hicks and his employee too great care in completely covering and protecting the floors. Although they were not needed as we had our own, they supplied "gliders" for furniture and appliances that needed to be moved to provide further protection. I was very impressed with their friendliness, professionalism and quality of work. Mr. Hicks takes great pride and care to ensure the customer receives the top quality work requested as well as a very reasonable price. I will definitely use his company in the future as well as recommend them to anyone needing quality, professional, conscientious contract work. <br />"
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Paul Davis Emergency Services of Greater St Clair
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Serving Gaylesville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are an Emergency services company, we can handle almost any type of emergency along with many different non-emergencies. We are a National company with over 290 franchises with the resources of a super-star. We will provide you with a detailed estimate for any work needed. If we can't do it for you, we can direct you in the right path to get it done right!

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FAQs for toxic lead testing projects in Gaylesville, AL

If your home was built before 1978, there’s a strong chance it contains lead-based paint. Many pre-1980 houses also contain lead in their plumbing and decorative materials, so age alone is a significant red flag. Older homes near industrial areas face an even higher risk. Because you can’t confirm lead by sight, scheduling a test is the safest way to protect your family.

In older houses, lead can lurk in painted trim, window sashes, soil around the foundation, plumbing pipes, and even vintage hardware. The metal is toxic, and children and pregnant women are most at risk. Exposure can trigger developmental delays, learning problems, and organ damage. Because the EPA links even low levels to serious health effects, test every suspected surface and address any hazards right away.

A positive test means lead is present somewhere you can touch, breathe, or disturb. The next step is a full risk assessment to map exactly where the hazard lies and outline the safest fix: encapsulation, enclosure, or full removal. Repairs start at $1,000 but can exceed $10,000 for complete elimination, so act quickly and hire certified pros to keep your family safe.

EPA lead certification proves that inspectors, risk assessors, and abatement contractors follow federal safety rules under the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Program. The credential costs an average of $300, and certified professionals can legally test, contain, or remove lead hazards. Hiring a certified pro protects you from fines and ensures the work meets strict health standards.

Lead-based paint looks no different from any other paint, so you can’t identify it by color or sheen. Even flawless walls may hide it. If paint starts chipping, flaking, or peeling, schedule a professional test right away. Only laboratory-grade testing confirms lead and guides the safest fix for your home.

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