All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced, electronically or mechanically without permission in writing from Dennis Livingston. There are affordable prevention solutions. Lead paint poisoning can do serious permanent damage, particularly to children.
Most poisoning is due to dust from failing paint, so use dust tests to measure risks.
Lead paint, if maintained, may pose no threat. The best and cheapest time to address lead paint is as part of maintenance, during turnover from one occupant to another and during renovation. Removing lead paint in a way that turns it to dust may be far more dangerous than leaving it alone. There are many problems in homes that can make occupants, particularly children, sick. They include carbon monoxide, lead dust, roaches, mold, cold drafts, a lack of ventilation, dust mites, insecticides, etc.