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Q: What factors affect testing costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.</p></div>

Q: Can I test indoor air quality myself?

• <div><p>DIY kits are available for basic air quality testing, but professional services provide more comprehensive results and recommendations. While a DIY kit may seem cost-effective, a professional assessment is more thorough. Inspectors are better equipped to catch all pollutants and hazards, and you'll still need a professional to verify and act on DIY test results. Furthermore, some kits don't test for certain pollutants or only detect their presence without measuring specific levels (like mold spores). It's generally better to opt for a detailed professional assessment.</p></div>

Q: Do all homes that were built before 1978 contain lead paint?

• <div><p>While not all homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, enough do, so you&rsquo;ll still want to test to be on the safe side. The federal government banned lead-based paint for homes in 1978, but your state may have banned lead before that time. Around 24% of homes built between 1960 and 1977 contained lead-based paint, while 87% of homes built before 1940 contained lead-based paint.</p></div>

Q: What steps should be taken if lead is found in a property?

• <div><p>If lead is detected in a property, steps should include arranging for professional removal or containment, notifying all occupants, and implementing interim safety measures to reduce exposure.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to see test results?

• <div><p>A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won&rsquo;t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed. </p></div>

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Last update on August 13, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
They did a great job. I was surprised they were able to remove everything and cleaned up after.
GG Pavers
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Reviewed in June 2025
We had asbestos popcorn ceiling removed by a remediation company. They also removed an area of drop ceiling. We needed the drop ceiling replaced. We also wanted a closet removed and the enclosure opened up. Then all ceilings and walls textured and painted. Mike did a fantastic job in a very...
MIKES HANDYMEN SERVICES
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Reviewed in May 2025
Elite Environmental worked together with CMH Restoration Group to complete asbestos and lead testing along with mold and water mitigation. All work was completed as agreed to using excellent containment for all 3 rooms involved during the entire process. Though it took longer than expected and...
Elite Environmental Consulting of Southern California
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Reviewed in June 2024
They came right away and had our test results the same day! Highly recommend them for asbestos testing...
Air Assure Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2024
Removal was quick and effcient.
Greenstone Landcare Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2023
Sterling was polite, timely, efficient, and fair. Worked awfully hard to remove dead and fallen trees off my backyard property which is on a steep rocky hill.
SAN DIEGO'S BEST TREE SERVICE
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Reviewed in March 2023
This company was the fairest and most prompt. They were the best tree company. They performed the work in inclement weather and removed a very large tree. I highly recommend them.
GreenStone Landcare, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2022
I have used Rainbow international of Chula Vista to perform mold remediation on several of my clients that I perform mold testing for and they have an excellent rate of their remediation efforts passing clearance testing. They are very efficient and do a very good clean job I would recommend...
Rainbow International of Chula Vista
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Reviewed in July 2022
Very professional from the very beginning appt. for a quote to the final test and walk thru.
Air Pro Home Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2022
Otis Merry and his painters did an excellent job painting my house in 2022, and previously in 2013. Otis Merry is the type of contractor I am always hoping to find: long-term skilled employees, competent, hardworking, reasonably priced, responsible, reliable, respectful, and accommodating. High...
Otis Merry Painting
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Top-Rated Lead testing and removal specialists in Bonita - Updated Nov 2026

San Diego Abatement Services

4.5(

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Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Bonita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Everything was done with great quality, prompt, courteous, flexible, and fair pricing. I would highly recommend to anyone."

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Hamilton Testing Services, Inc.

4.9(

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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Bonita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Evan was very helpful and professional. He ensured I had all the information about the testing process and answered all of my questions. He was also very friendly and honest with me about the work that has been done on my house and any future work to be done. As soon as I have a new project I will be reaching out to him directly and can’t recommend him enough!"

Response time12 hrs

Response rate86%

57 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Bonita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very fast and a cost effective solution to asbestos testing for us."

Response time9 hrs

8 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Pacific Environmental & Abatement Solutions Inc

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Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Bonita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Original estimate, management and office staff, arrival and completion time, care of customer's property, clean-up and price were all excellent.

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Recommended by87%of homeowners

Serving Bonita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

"Krugh did an incredible job for us! They fit us into a busy week. They were polite, on time, clean, and quick! . The owners David and Denise are very kind and professionals. Highly recommend their business."

Recommended by96%of homeowners

Serving Bonita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They were super fast, efficient and vey thorough. They did a great job. We were very happy with the service. They were also very professional."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Charles Taylor Environmental Technical

5.0(

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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Bonita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Charles Taylor has excellent customer service and communication. They are reliable and stand behind the quality of services that they provide."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate96%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Lead Testing and Removal FAQs, answered by experts

Costs depend on test type, home size, number of testing locations, and whether follow-up testing is required.

DIY kits are available for basic air quality testing, but professional services provide more comprehensive results and recommendations. While a DIY kit may seem cost-effective, a professional assessment is more thorough. Inspectors are better equipped to catch all pollutants and hazards, and you'll still need a professional to verify and act on DIY test results. Furthermore, some kits don't test for certain pollutants or only detect their presence without measuring specific levels (like mold spores). It's generally better to opt for a detailed professional assessment.

While not all homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, enough do, so you’ll still want to test to be on the safe side. The federal government banned lead-based paint for homes in 1978, but your state may have banned lead before that time. Around 24% of homes built between 1960 and 1977 contained lead-based paint, while 87% of homes built before 1940 contained lead-based paint.

If lead is detected in a property, steps should include arranging for professional removal or containment, notifying all occupants, and implementing interim safety measures to reduce exposure.

A professional indoor air quality inspection takes anywhere from one to three hours, depending on the size of your home and the number of necessary samples. After the test, the specialist will discuss the findings, but you won’t get a full written report for 2 to 10 days, though you can ask your pro to expedite the process, if needed.

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