Lone Star Remodeling And Renovations

As of today, the EPA’s new Lead-Based Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule (RRP) takes effect. Contractors now have to become EPA Certified Renovators, trained in Lead-Safe Work Practices, to work on homes, child care facilities, and schools built prior to 1978, when lead-based paint was banned from residential use. The rule applies to a broad category of tradesman who might disturb lead-painted surfaces through sanding, sawing, and demolition. This trades effected by the RRP rule are remodeling, painting, window replacement, plumbing, electrical work, heating & air-conditioning, demolition, plus work performed by trades like carpenters, electricians and handymen. The rule also applies to individuals working for rental property owners, schools, and day care providers, non-profits, and governmental agencies.