Dear James: We are getting ready to do some remodeling in our house. Being old, it may contain lead, asbestos, and formaldehyde. Could these be an issue for my children? What should I know before starting?—Jerry F.
Dear Jerry: Yes, they could present health hazards. You have identified three common indoor pollutants in homes. The period in which your house was built is often a good indicator of which of the above indoor pollutants are likely present, but not always. The builder may have also kept some old building materials around or used some materials salvaged from an older house.
