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Impending EPA lead paint rule causes stress for remodelers

By: McCoy's Editorial Team

The October 1 Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) rule enforcement deadline is just around the corner, and many repair and remodeling businesses are scrambling to meet the EPA’s mandatory certification requirements. Some remodelers are having such hard time adapting to the new rules that they’ve reported increased workplace stress. With the threat of $37,000 fines for violators and increased project costs to maintain compliance, some firms have had to lay off workers or had staff members quit rather than bother with the new legislation.

Can remodelers change with the times?

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