Lead Abatement Lead paint abatement is the process of safely reducing lead paint hazards. It is best to hire professional contractors to remove lead paint from your area. If lead abatement work is done improperly, a greater lead hazard may be created. UTX technicians are trained and certified to complete lead abatement and lead removal from any size project. Our team of professionals will help clients come up with a safe plan for lead removal and will adhere to the schedule set forth in the plan.