In 1978, the federal government banned consumer uses of lead-containing paint. Deteriorated lead-paint both inside and outside the home, including lead-contaminated dust, is one of the most common causes of lead poisoning.  It may be a hazard when found on surfaces that children can chew or that get a lot of wear-and-tear, such as:
• Windows and Window Sills
• Doors and door frames
• Stairs, Railings, Banisters, and Porches

If your house is older than 1978 we strongly recommend that you have it inspected for lead-based paint.
EPA Percentage of Homes Likely to Contain Lead:
• Homes built between 1960 and 1978 – 24%
• Homes built between 1940 and 1960 – 69%
• Homes built before 1940 – 87%

We can provide individual area tests by making an incision through the paint and testing that area

For whole house tests, we use a state of the art XRF Analyzer which reads the level of lead in the paint with complete precision and without any damage to the surface.  We can test all painted surfaces and soil around the home and provide a detailed report of the results, which easily identifies the location and level of any lead-based paint.