Nothing in
the world can cause more consternation than owning an old house that has lead
based paint on it. The myth is that it will double the cost of your painting
project. The reality is that it won’t come close to doing that. Lead based
paint isn’t the main cost driver when painting an old home. The amount of peeling
and preparation are what determine how much a job will ultimately cost. If the
house isn’t peeling, then lead isn’t even an issue. Below is a testimonial from
an Angie’s List customer whose house had lead based paint chips peeling from
it.
"I
don't generally like to write reviews because my husband is a perfectionist and
is rarely ever completely happy with any service we have done here, even when
he is overall satisfied. It is my pleasure to write that the ProCision
team we worked with broke the mold - my husband has not one negative comment
(in 26 years of home ownership) about the crew or the fine work they completed.
Beginning with the estimate, Dave came out and was prompt, friendly and
professional. He was also the only one of the 3 estimates that addressed proper
handling of lead in the older layers of paint and took chips to conduct a
sample (it was positive). One of the other estimates (highly recommended
with excellent reviews), came in at twice the cost and never said a word about
lead management (perhaps he figured it in his cost and just never told us, or
perhaps he did not address the issue at all - we don't know). Of the 3
estimates, Dave presented as the most thorough, professional and ultimately
most competitive. We did not even consider anyone else after that.
The estimate was done last fall, and the plan was to start painting in late May
or early June.
Due to the considerable rain this year, the project needed to be delayed.
We called a couple of times to check in, and they were able to get started in
mid-July. Our crew consisted of Camerino, Jesus and Jose.
They were here in the hottest summer days, and even the neighbors commented on
how diligently they worked despite the soaring heat. All three
demonstrated a remarkable work ethic and clearly take pride in doing the
best job that they can. They were also very kind about pointing out and
correcting minor issues that were not anticipated - rather than just covering
up the problems with paint. Camerino clearly has strong carpenter skills
as well as painting skills. The job was completed expertly. As a
bonus, it was simply a pleasure listening to them work (we've had some pretty
crass workers in the house at times). These three truly worked as a team
- supporting one another, speaking in friendly tones, problem solving,
respectful toward one another as well as out property.
When they finished, they cleaned up so thoroughly that the only evidence of
them having been here (besides an immaculately freshly painted house) was a
tiny spot of paint on one of our bushes. We're keeping it as a souvenir
of the best job we have ever hired out! We are now planning on bringing
them back to paint the interior!"
Per EPA regulations that passed in 2010, contractors
must be certified to handle lead based paint. We’ve been certified since 2010
and every two years are required to attend a continuing education course. Upon
its completion we are required to pass an exam as well.
Do you have an old house? If it was built prior to
1978, chances are pretty good that it has been painted with lead based paint at
some point in its life.
Estimates are always free and we always show up on time
for our appointments. Call (262) 353-1523 or visit us at www.procisioncompany.com to
set up your appointment.