Lead Paint Remediation & Abatement in Philadelphia, PA & the Tri-State Area

If your property was built before 1978, it’s likely that it contains lead-based coatings.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, these coatings were previously standard in most homes and buildings. If it’s still in your facilities, you may need to take steps to remediate or abate lead paint to prevent contamination. Even a small amount of lead ingested can lead to serious health conditions and put your company at risk.

Alpine Painting and Restoration has decades of experience with lead paint remediation and abatement. When you work with us, we will conduct a thorough site evaluation, set up a controlled work environment, address lead concerns, and provide documentation of completed work.

Contact us today to request a walkthrough and receive an estimate for lead paint remediation and abatement services. 

Lead Paint Risks

Even if you think your facility is lead-free, it’s likely that there are still some places that are hiding some. Common places include:

• Doors/frames
• Windows
• Stair rails
• Mechanical rooms
• Masonry
• Steel components 

Just because lead is present doesn’t automatically mean that there is an issue. Lead paint risks often aren’t triggered unless the surface is deteriorating. Additionally, renovations, tenant improvement, repaint cycles, maintenance, scraping, and sanding can lead to significant issues if the lead paint is removed incorrectly.

Occupants, employees, contractors, and neighboring operations can be exposed to lead, which can cause health issues and require you to cease operations until the lead has been dealt with. 

Remediation vs. Abatement: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to lead in your building, you have options. You can either:

• Remediate: Remediation reduces the lead exposure risk. You can stabilize it, target the removal of easily accessible areas, or encapsulate it. Lead remediation can be part of an overall painting or restoration scope. 
• Abate: Abatement includes measures to permanently eliminate lead hazards. Abatement is often met with stronger Environmental Protection Agency and OSHA regulations and documentation requirements to ensure the lead has been properly removed up to standard. 

Which is right for you depends on many different factors, including what the building is used for, the scope of the project, and your ultimate goal. The best way to understand your options is to start with an assessment. Our team of skilled professionals can make informed recommendations based on your requirements. 

Our Approach

Alpine Painting and Restoration follows a strict approach to each job, which is outlined in our safety guide to ensure compliance on all job sites.

• Step 1 – Site evaluation. We review the job site to help us determine an action plan. Some of the factors considered include the project scope, access to impacted spaces, work sequencing required to minimize downtime and disruption, and occupant protection guidelines.
• Step 2 – Containment and Controls: To help reduce exposure, we put containment structures and controls in place. The most common methods used are isolation, negative air, and visible signage. We also restrict access where needed to minimize exposure. 
• Step 3 – Lead-safe work practices: We implement lead-safe work practices, including wet methods, HEPA tools and vacuums, and dust-minimizing prep. 
• Step 4 – Clean Up and Compliance: As we clean, we use HEPA-filtered products,  conduct detailed wipe-downs, and coordinate clearance and testing.
• Step 5 – Restore and Protect: The final step is to restore and protect the surface, and we work with our clients to select a durable recoating system that’s easy to maintain. 

Our clients are informed at every step of the way, which helps ensure the job is completed smoothly, efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Methods We May Use

Our experts will recommend various methods based on your facility, the scope of the job, and other factors. Common methods for lead paint remediation and abatement include:

• Encapsulation and enclosure. This is a viable option as long as the surfaces are sound and a sealed system is appropriate. 
• Component replacement, especially for doors, trim, and assemblies, where replacement is safer or more cost-effective.
• Targeted removal only where needed and in areas that are controlled and contained to prevent exposure. 

Which method we choose is based on the substrate condition, occupancy, budget, timeline, and long-term maintenance plan. We work with our clients to understand their needs and make informed recommendations accordingly, which is why we’re one of the best commercial painters in the Tri-state area.

Safety, Compliance & Documentation

Alpine Painting and Restoration is committed to conducting lead-safe practices that are aligned with all applicable EPA and OSHA requirements.

Our team is trained to properly handle lead, use PPE, and implement exposure controls to mitigate risk. During the job, we maintain lead-safe housekeeping and conduct the proper cleanup that meets all EPA and OSHA standards.

When you work with us, you can expect regular communication and jobsite documentation, including a work plan, daily containment checks, safety controls, and closeout notes. We follow all local, state, and federal guidelines for waste handling and disposal.

We are skilled in commercial painting in Pennsylvania and comply with all regulations at every step of the way during the lead paint remediation or abatement process. 

Minimizing Disruption in Occupied Buildings

At Alpine Painting and Restoration, we recognize that time is money, and we do our best to minimize disruption in occupied buildings.

We do this by utilizing phased scheduling, working area-by-area to complete the job. We can also work in off-hours or on weekends where needed. We implement noise, odor, and dust controls to help reduce the impact, which is especially important for multi-tenant or operational facilities.

We work with our clients on access planning and provide clear communication to ensure we are respectful of your operations. We specialize in low-disruption projects so you don’t lose money in long downtimes. 

Who We Serve

Alpine serves clients across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and the Tri-State area.

We conduct complete painting and restoration services, including lead paint remediation and abatement, in:

• Commercial buildings
• Industrial sites
• Schools/universities
• Municipal facilities
• Condos/HOAs
• Warehouses

We also specialize in equipment and surface coating, so whatever your needs, Alpine Painting and Restoration is here to help. 

Why Alpine Painting & Restoration

Alpine has more than 30 years of experience serving the Pennsylvania and Tri-state area. Our team is fully licensed and insured and boasts decades of experience working on occupied sites. We promote a safety-first culture that is rooted in OSHA and EPA compliance, so all of our job sites operate with the highest standards.

Our job starts long before we get on site, with practical planning, clear scheduling, and professional project management to ensure all jobs are completed within scope. With a simple point of contact and regular status updates, you always know where to turn if you have questions. 

FAQs

Do you offer lead testing or coordinate third-party testing?

Yes, we work with certified lead specialists to understand the scope of the project. 

Can you work nights/weekends to reduce downtime?

Yes, we work with our clients to work off-hours and weekends to minimize downtime.

What areas need containment during the work?

We can work area-by-area to minimize downtime during work.

Is encapsulation an option for my building?

Encapsulation may be an option if the surface is sound.

How do you protect occupants and adjacent operations?

We implement noise, odor, and dust controls to help reduce the impact on occupants and adjacent operations. 

What documentation do we receive at closeout?

We provide all required federal, state, and local documentation, including clearance reports, work logs, and safety records. 

Reach Out Today

With more than 30 years of experience, you can trust Alpine Painting and Restoration with all your lead paint remediation and abatement needs.

We provide a safer jobsite and a cleaner handoff with minimal disruption. Contact us today at 215-348-4410 to receive a preliminary estimate or to set up an appointment and get started on your lead paint remediation and abatement journey.