I recently moved into a house built in 1931 and didn't test for lead before tearing down and replacing damaged plaster walls. Now that I have a baby who's about to start crawling, I got the house tested for lead and found some, which we're remediating. However, I can't stop stressing about what might have been in the walls we removed two years ago and if there could still be lead dust lingering around. We had our blood levels checked while I was pregnant and again after finding lead, and thankfully, both my baby and I have low levels. Is it time to stop worrying about what could have been and just focus on keeping things safe now?
3 Answers
As long as you're not eating paint chips, you should be fine. It sounds like you've taken the right steps by getting tested and addressing the lead in your home. Just focus on maintaining a clean environment now and it'll help ease your mind!
Honestly, it seems like your concerns might be a bit overblown. Since your tests came back with low levels, it indicates that you probably didn't have significant lead exposure. Just keep an eye out for any potential dust and stay aware, but don’t let it consume you!
Sounds like you’ve done everything right with the testing. If you’re feeling anxious, maybe consider hiring a professional cleaner to do a thorough deep clean of your home. It'll help clear out any dust and give you peace of mind!