Prolonged exposure to lead-based paints and other products carries the risk of many adverse health effects. Learning about the dangers of lead exposure and how to avoid them can help everyone from homeowners to...
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The Risks of Lead Exposure (Part 1)
Prolonged exposure to lead-based paints and other products carries the risk of many adverse health effects. Learning about the dangers of lead exposure and how to avoid them can help everyone from homeowners to...
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The Risks of Asbestos Exposure
Prolonged exposure to asbestos carries the risk of many adverse health effects. Learning about the dangers of asbestos exposure and how to avoid them can help everyone from homeowners to landlords avoid hazardous...
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Safely Removing Lead Paint
Most Illinois homes built before 1978 were painted with lead-based paint. According to the 2000 U.S. Census, Illinois has more than 4.8 million housing units....
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Lead Abatement: Proper Licensure
If you are hiring a contractor for lead abatement, mitigation, or removal services, you need to make sure that they have the proper licensure. Home and general residential contractors should be up to date on all...
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Post-Abatement Asbestos Dangers
Prior to 1980, many building materials manufactured in the U.S. contained asbestos. This was due in large part to its fiber strength, heat resistant qualities, low cost to mine, and abundant availability. ...
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