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Jim Ferguson Painting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Hartford, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jim recently painted a custom built-in entertainment center in our home. The project was in our finished basement and Jim went above and beyond to protect our home when setting up his paint area. He was responsive, punctual, and completed on schedule. He is an excellent painter, detail oriented, and holds himself to an incredibly high standard. Highly recommend!"
Recommended by99%of homeowners
PETERSON PAINTING
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Serving Hartford, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

The Peterson family has been serving the Des Moines area for over 48 years. Our founder, Bob Peterson worked his way thru college in the 1960’s at Drake University painting homes in the Drake area and South of Grand. Today, our family serves Des Moines and the Surrounding Area thru the application of our Painting Services to Residential, Commercial and Townhome / Condo’s.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Iowa Mold Removal, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Hartford, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went really well. Iowa Mold gave me a fair estimate based on my research. Iowa Mold was available immediately for service. They were prompt for the estimate meeting and the remediation services. Excellent clean-up."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Rainbow International of Des Moines
5.0(
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Serving Hartford, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Rainbow International of Des Moines services home restoration projects with water damage, mold remediation, smoke and fire restoration, carpet cleaning and trauma scene clean up. We also operate a full service remodeling and construction business. Residential and commercial services. Free Estimates. 24 hour emergency services. We restore. You recover. Call us today at 515-465-4325.

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Johnston Construction Inc
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Serving Hartford, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are your do it all company. Can re-modell existing homes from top to bottom, improve all aspects of the home. We can build completely new from the ground up to your custom needs. I gaurantee after we work on your home, the value of the home will climb, and the craftsmanship of the work will speak volumes. My company is just me and one laborer. We do all aspects of the work including electrical and plumbing. I have master electricians and master plumbers that sub-contract with me to insure that the istall of those particular areas are done in a professional and timely manner. With my company doing the ROUGH IN of electrical and plumbing, and then the masters come in to do the FINISH/TRIM of the electrical and plumbing we save you time, and money. Trip charges are 75 dollars per trip, and their are no service fees. We are a very small company with the customer in mind. I have been on the losing end of client to contractor relationships to many times and I don't like getting burned. So I keep that mind-set with my clients in our getting to know you policy. We keep your needs in mind, and custom taylor the project to meet your needs, and your budget. I like knowing that I have a excellent repoir with my clients, and that my contractor to client relationship is excellent. I want my client to feel like I have their family in mind throughout the entire process. My family comes first to me, so should the clients families.

FAQs for toxic lead testing projects in Hartford, IA

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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