What you should know about lead-based paint:

• Lead was used in paint to improve its performance
• Residential paint with lead is no longer sold
• Most houses built before 1978, including the majority of homes located in Syracuse, contain some lead-based paint
• Lead-based paint in good condition is not hazardous
• Lead dust from deteriorating lead-based paint is hazardous, particularly to children
• Renovation or repairs done improperly can cause excessive lead dust and hazards for the workers and the occupants

In children, lead poisoning can cause:

• Damage to the brain and nervous system
• Behavior and learning problems
• Slowed growth

In adults, lead poisoning can cause:

• High blood pressure
• Loss of memory and other neurological problems
• Reproductive system damage

Questions? Please call us at (315) 474-1939 x258. You can also take a look at the Syracuse Lead Program website.