New Lead Based Paint Rules
Yesterday I attended a class/lecture on the hazards of lead in older homes and what the new EPA rule will mean for families who want to renovate or for sellers with homes that require repairs.
The lecture was delivered by on of our top renovation company's owner and an attorney from one of our leading real estate legal firms. As a Realtor I feel it's important to learn as much as we can about rule changes that directly affect our clients. This could have a significant impact on buyers and sellers. As a Broker, I need to make sure my agents are knowledgeable about safety issues.
Buyers and especially those with young children, need to be aware of the hazards of lead in paint and possibly other building materials. Although it is much less a problem unless it is disturbed, what constitutes disturbed is important to know so the proper precautions can be taken.
We also learned about how important it is for Realtors to inform their clients that if they find a home that need repairs that will be done by the seller, those repairs need to be handled following the new EPA guidelines if the they disturb areas containing lead.
Sellers have it a little easier. If a seller is working on his personal residence, the rule are not as strict, but they still need to be aware to protect themselves and to properly clean and area after work is completed. Although we focus on the danger to children, lead can have adverse effects everyone.
If you have any questions regarding the new EPA rules you can contact us any time. We can provide brochures and renovation guides. You can also check out www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/brochure.htm.
The lecture was delivered by on of our top renovation company's owner and an attorney from one of our leading real estate legal firms. As a Realtor I feel it's important to learn as much as we can about rule changes that directly affect our clients. This could have a significant impact on buyers and sellers. As a Broker, I need to make sure my agents are knowledgeable about safety issues.
Buyers and especially those with young children, need to be aware of the hazards of lead in paint and possibly other building materials. Although it is much less a problem unless it is disturbed, what constitutes disturbed is important to know so the proper precautions can be taken.
We also learned about how important it is for Realtors to inform their clients that if they find a home that need repairs that will be done by the seller, those repairs need to be handled following the new EPA guidelines if the they disturb areas containing lead.
Sellers have it a little easier. If a seller is working on his personal residence, the rule are not as strict, but they still need to be aware to protect themselves and to properly clean and area after work is completed. Although we focus on the danger to children, lead can have adverse effects everyone.
If you have any questions regarding the new EPA rules you can contact us any time. We can provide brochures and renovation guides. You can also check out www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/brochure.htm.
