Buying a flip house with lead based paint?

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Saw a listing for a 3 bedroom property that appears to be in pretty rough shape, including lead based paint. Does anyone have any tips / experience in dealing with lead based paint in a NJ flip? I'm looking for info on how much it would cost to have this properly addressed by a professional. Thanks in advance!

Jennifer Petrillo · Answer

Don't remove it, just paint over it.

Kevin Hill · Answer

Any house built before 1978 has lead based paint in it.

It would just need to be scraped and repainted in most instances.

Ben Ferri · Answer

Thanks everyone!

Dan DiBiase · Answer

Ben, I'm not aware of requirements in NJ that you have to use a certified LBP remediation company. But you should check with the Township to see whether they have specific requirements, like a permit. Here are some guidelines in terms of doing it yourself.

https://www.epa.gov/lead/renovation-repair-and-pai...

You'll need to complete the Lead-Based Paint Disclosure when you're ready to sell, which your Realtor should provide to you.

Thx, Dan

Ben Ferri · Answer

Thanks @Kevin Hill that's what I thought but didn't know if there were any NJ specific complexities.

Buying a flip house with lead based paint?

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