Remodels and additions on pre-1978 homes are squarely within the RRP Rule. Demolition, window replacement, and almost any interior renovation disturbs paint well past the six-square-foot threshold, so a general contractor working on older housing is expected to be a certified firm before bidding the job.
We file your EPA or state Lead-Safe firm certification as your authorized agent, $429 all in for EPA-administered states, valid five years, no Social Security number required. Certification also gates your ability to advertise and win bids that require proof of it.
Yes, if you are paid to perform renovation, repair, or painting that disturbs lead paint in pre-1978 housing or child-occupied facilities. Most remodels on older homes qualify, and certification must be in place before you advertise or start.
No. Certification is per firm. Each subcontractor that performs regulated work needs its own firm certification and certified renovator. As the GC, it is worth confirming your subs are certified.
Most EPA firm certifications are issued in about one to two weeks after we file. We track your application to issuance and send your certificate and Lead-Safe Certified Firm logo.
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We prepare and file your EPA or state Lead-Safe firm certification. No SSN, certificate in about one to two weeks.
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