Contractors for Lead Work
Before beginning any remodeling or renovation work, interim control, or deleading work, think about whether to hire a state licensed lead contractor.
It is important that anyone doing this type of work know about lead-safe work practices so that they don't put themselves or the people who live in a home at risk from lead hazards. State licensed lead contractors are trained to work safely with lead.
Finding a lead contractor
The Illinois Department of Public Health has a searchable list of lead-safe contractors who do lead abatement as well as lead-safe renovation and remodeling work.
The Lead Listing also has a searchable database of lead contractors in every state.
Working with a lead contractor
When hiring a lead contractor, be sure to do the following:
- Get cost estimates from at least three contractors before choosing one.
- Ask for and check references before choosing a contractor.
- Check with the Better Business Bureau to get an idea of how much a job should cost as well as information about which contractors are good and which have had problems.
- Make sure the contractor knows about lead-safe work practices.
- Make sure the contractor knows about contractor requirements under Illinois' lead laws.