LEAD:

Echelon is a State of Georgia Licensed Lead-Based Paint Firm.

Echelon performs comprehensive testing for the presence of lead paint in buildings and lead in drinking water, soil, and air. In October 1994, Title X of the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act was passed. This Act required that the lead content of all dwellings constructed before 1978 be disclosed before they are sold, rented, or refinanced.

Approximately 75% of homes built before 1978 contain some type of lead-based paint. Lead-based paints were utilized both inside and outside the home. Lead poisoning can cause damage to the brain, nervous system, kidneys, hearing and coordination. Learning disabilities, erratic behavior, blindness and pregnancy problems have also been linked to lead poisoning.

In addition, Echelon provides all phases of lead-based paint removal design services to clients who require full service removal management support.