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Lead Paint Removal

Lead Removal

Our team have over six decades of experience across a wide range of commercial building and infrastructure projects, including Westgate Bridge and Hydro Tasmania. In addition to complete lead paint removal, we can provide continual remediation services, where this dangerous paint is removed on components as the maintenance program requires.

Lead paint, a toxic carcinogen, was widely used on steel in Australian commercial construction before 1975. As a lead paint removal company, McElligotts safely handles its removal for demolition, construction, remedial work, and renovation projects.

Depending on requirements, removal can be partial or complete. Where the paint remains undisturbed, resurfacing with modern non-toxic coatings can be applied, using the lead base as a primer.

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Comprehensive Services:

Our team have specialised experience and certification in a range of structural remediation techniques. Other services we provide include:

Featured Project

Victoria

Westgate Bridge

Our team was contracted by CPB Contractors on behalf of VicRoads/Department of Transport to abrasive blast and repaint 60,000 square metres of steel along the bridge’s 800-metre-long steel deck.

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Specialised Techniques and Safety:

Safety is our number one priority. We continuously refine our skills and protocols to meet the needs of each project. Whether working in petrochemicals or maintaining passenger bridges, our supervisors ensure all safety standards are strictly followed.

With years of experience, we’ve developed specialised lead removal techniques to maximise safety. We use modern dust extraction systems and HEPA-filtered vented air to prevent contamination. Our work areas are fully enclosed, creating a negative air environment to contain hazardous materials. This meticulous approach has resulted in X years without a workplace injury.

All debris is collected, documented, and disposed of according to certified hazardous waste removal standards.

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Services

Our services include addressing structural issues, advanced protective coatings, and precise applications for long-lasting durability.

  • Protective Coating Application

  • Abrasive Blasting & Painting

  • Scaffolding Access Systems

  • Specialised Coatings & Linings

  • Thermal Spray Aluminium

  • Lead Paint Removal

  • Passive Fire Protection

  • Ultra / High-Pressure Water Cleaning

  • Concrete Remediation

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Why is lead paint dangerous?

Lead-based coatings release toxic particles that pose serious health risks when disturbed. Inhaling or ingesting lead dust can cause neurological, respiratory, and long-term organ damage. Safe removal is vital, especially in older commercial structures built before the 1970s phase-out.

How does McElligotts safely remove lead coatings?

Our team follows strict safety protocols, including encapsulated work areas, HEPA-filtered air extraction, and controlled disposal methods. By creating a negative air environment, we prevent cross-contamination and exposure. Every project is carefully managed to protect workers, occupants, and surrounding environments while complying with hazardous material removal regulations.

Can lead-based coatings be left in place?

Yes, in some cases, existing coatings can be sealed rather than removed. If the original layer is intact and undisturbed, we can apply a specialised non-toxic resurfacing treatment. This method provides a safe, compliant solution while preserving structural integrity and reducing the risks associated with unnecessary material disturbance.

What types of structures require lead removal?

Many older commercial buildings, bridges, and industrial sites contain outdated coatings. Large-scale infrastructure, such as transport networks and petrochemical facilities, often require specialised treatment to ensure safe maintenance or demolition. Our experienced team works across a broad range of industries, providing tailored solutions for each project.

What happens to the removed material?

All hazardous debris is collected, contained, and disposed of according to certified waste management protocols. Our team meticulously follows regulatory guidelines to ensure proper handling, transport, and disposal, preventing environmental contamination and maintaining compliance with Australian safety standards for hazardous material remediation.

Do you offer ongoing maintenance solutions?

Yes, we provide ongoing remediation services, removing or managing hazardous coatings as part of routine maintenance programs. This approach helps businesses and infrastructure operators maintain compliance while reducing disruption, ensuring that surfaces remain protected and safe over the long term.

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Get in touch with the team at McElligotts to discuss your next protective coatings project and request more information about our capabilities.

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