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Environmental Services Corp
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Serving Rock-city, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Responded to my inquiry right away. Testing and removal were done efficiently and professionally. Great job to Marcos and his team!!"
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Public Health & Safety, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Rock-city, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Public Health & Safety, Inc. is a Chicago, Illinois-based environmental consulting and training company. We offer environmental consulting services, and work with the USEPA and IDPH in resolving asbestos cleanup compliance agreements and lead projects. Additionally, we offer numerous accredited training courses in: Asbestos Abatement Training Classes, Lead Abatement Training Classes, Certified Renovator Lead Safe Work Practices Renovation Repair & Painting (RRP) Training Classes & e-Learning , Mold Remediation Training Classes and OSHA Safety Training Classes.

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Paul Davis Restoration and Remodeling
New to Angi

Serving Rock-city, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Paul Davis Restoration and Remodeling of Rockford has been helping families in Northern Illinois since 1995 with our disaster restoration, comprehensive mitigation, reconstruction, and remodeling needs. We have the experience and knowledge to work with you in order to improve your home needs whether it be damage control or home remodeling. Paul Davis Restoration is an IICRC Certified firm in Applied Structural Drying, Fire & Smoke Restoration, Applied Microbial Remediation, Water Damage Restoration. Paul Davis is also an EPA Lead-Certified Firm and has a Accredited Better Business Bureau A+ reating. Call for your FREE Estimate today!

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FAQs for toxic lead testing projects in Rock-city, IL

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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