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Premium Painting
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Serving Lexington, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

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Full service painting company. Additional Service Areas: Clarke, Clay, Cleburne, Colbert, Conecuh, Coosa, Covington, Crenshaw, Dallas, De Kalb, Elmore, Escambia, Etowah, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Henry, Jackson, Lamar, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Lee, Limestone, Macon. Merango, Marion, Marshall, Monroe, Perry, Pike, Randolph, Saint Clair, & Shelby Counties.

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Johnnys Home Restorations
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Serving Lexington, AL and surrounding areas

As a licensed home builder that has been in business for over 20 years we specialize in all of your home and commercial needs from new homes to old homes to historical homes, museums and government buildings we have you covered. We also work with insurance companies on claims for flood and fire damage. Services offered: remodeling, large renovations, bath remodels, trim work, custom wood work, painting, plaster restoration, Sheetrock and finishing, door and window installs, brick and stone repair, sprinkler systems, power washing and gutter repair

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FAQs for toxic lead testing projects in Lexington, 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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