REMEDIATION is a process which reduces the levels of lead (Pb), particularly in the home environment, to effectively reduce lead contamination hazards to acceptable environmental and living standard levels.

Lead remediation may be required by state or local governments to maintain compliance standards required by federal regulations. It includes, but not limited to, actions such as lead-based inspections, risk assessments, and lead removal.  Most common materials containing lead may be but not limited to; paint, water, soil, air, ect. 

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In the United States, lead remediation processes are regulated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency(EPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration(OSHA), and Housing and Urban Development (HUD).   The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) also gets involved in statute enforcements if serious violations or negligence has occurred.

Companies conducting lead-based activities, including abatement, must be certified and licensed by local state of practice.  Lead remediation is distinguished from Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) programs are typically performed as an interim control to minimize lead hazards. RRP programs are not designed to permanently eliminate lead-based hazards.

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Lead contamination is defined as .5% (or greater) micrograms per gram in paint.  An action must be taken if air quality has a lead content equal to or greater than 30 micrograms per meter cubed.