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Q: Do home inspectors check for lead paint?

• <div><p>No, a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/whats-included-home-inspection-report.htm">standard home inspection includes</a> the basics and does not offer lead paint testing. Professional lead paint inspectors need specific licenses to perform these inspections, which not all home inspectors have. If you suspect lead paint in the home you are about to purchase, you will need to pay separately to have that done. If the findings come back positive, you may be able to negotiate with the buyer to cover the cost of the removal.</p></div>

Q: How are samples collected during testing?

• <div><p>Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.</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: How long does lead dust stay in the air?

• <div><p>When a surface that contains lead dust is disturbed, the dust can float about in the air for roughly an hour before settling again. Since you cannot see the dust, it is important always to wear protective gear when working with any materials that may contain lead paint and to keep children, pets, and others away from the area for as long as possible</p></div>

Q: Is it safe to drink brown well water?

• <div><p>Some causes of brown well water&mdash;like excess tannins or dissolved iron&mdash;don&rsquo;t pose a health risk. In other cases, harmful bacteria might be the culprit. If your well water has suddenly turned brown, it&rsquo;s a good idea to use a home water test kit to get a better sense of what&rsquo;s going on with your water. Consider calling a professional for an expert opinion before drinking the water and hoping for the best.</p></div>

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Last update on June 08, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
John N Eddie were great to work with. They were both friendly and highly professional throughout the entire process. They used professional equipment to complete the tree removal and stump grinding efficiently. Whether we were talking before the work started or during the job, they were always...
John N Eddie's Tree Care
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Reviewed in March 2026
Explained the process and executed the tree removal flawlessly. Great service and would recommend!
A’sap tree care
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Reviewed in November 2024
The crew of four plus William the manager were on the job at 8AM, the scheduled time. They removed a 50 foot redwood from my front yard plus overhanging limbs from neighboring trees, cleaned leaves from the house roof and stump ground the redwood base. I would highly recommend DL Tree Care....
LD Tree Care
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Reviewed in August 2024
I’m very pleased with the work! They removed trees from inside my fence line that were damaging my fence and the roof and exposed external rafters. Quick and efficient, great cleanup afterward, and at a very fair price!!!
Handyman
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Reviewed in May 2024
Came out and removed my old driveway in the afternoon and installed the new one the next day. Quality workmanship and hard working employees.
Golden State Concrete
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Reviewed in March 2024
Electrician came to my home to remove and replace two fans; one in my daughter and one in our guest bedroom. Super respectful, was in and out, cleaned up after himself too. Definitely recommend and have their number saved for a future project I would like done!
Hunts Electrical Services
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Reviewed in January 2024
They were easy to work with, responded very quickly, on time, and friendly. Would totally recommend for any junk/waste removal, and we will be using them again if we have a need.
Dons Junk Removal
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Reviewed in January 2024
One of the bushes was not taken out as requested by myself. I was told that one of the workers would be over to remove it and he did not show up. I called and was told by Albert, the owner, that a worker would be over the next morning. Again, no show. Update: Albert and a worker did...
AA Tree Care, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Needed concrete removal done that was smaller than a normal project and it was done the same day they contacted me. Excellent job and I will use them again.
Varela Engineering
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Reviewed in December 2022
They came and removed a large juniper tree, removed a bunch of old wood, mattresses, and yard clean up. They worked hard and got it all done in one day. I would hire them again. Thanks!
Perez Landscaping Services
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Environmental Science Services

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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very satisfied how quickly they came out and got the test results that evening."

Response time8 hrs

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by97%of homeowners

Toxic Lead - Abatement

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The crew was very prompt and professional. I would recommend Select Environmental to anyone needing asbestos removal."

Response time1 day

16 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by91%of homeowners

Toxic Lead - Abatement

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patrick was great to work with. They did a perfect job. They always showed up on time and communicated well via text and phone."

Response time9 hrs

Response rate100%

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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The Lead Detective Agency

5.0(

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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jake was easy to communicate with, provided a good overview of the project in advance, a detail inspection, arranged for the asbestos testing in conjunction with the lead inspection, and everything went smoothly."

Response time7 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Curtis Roberts Mold Inspection

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very fast in response on all accounts and spent time to explain the results of the testing very pleased with the experience"

Response time3 hrs

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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FOUR SEASONS PAINTING

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Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I hired a painter out of the newspaper and he gave me a flyer to do all the things he was going to do. He didn't do any of them. I had to have my house painted for appraisal. After that experience, I called Angie's List for a list of painters. Beyond a doubt Four Seasons was the best. He brought it to my attention that there was lead based paint. He suggested that I call a company to detect if there is lead within the paint. Four Season is so knowlegeable and so precise."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, very complete, left spaces very clean, and the team was professional, personable, very knowledgable and competent."

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Liberty Company Worldwide

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Toxic Lead - Abatement

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are very nice and showed up or called. However I feel the cost was higher than the repairs. Also they did not match the paint on the downspout."

Response time9 hrs

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Advantage Environmental & Safety Services, Inc.

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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris was extremely knowledgable and helpful with answering all my questions. He thoroughly explained the process of asbestos testing and removal, great customer service!"

Response time6 hrs

Response rate89%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Elk Grove, CA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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"It went really well. Their price was great. They were always on time and they did a really good job."

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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

No, a standard home inspection includes the basics and does not offer lead paint testing. Professional lead paint inspectors need specific licenses to perform these inspections, which not all home inspectors have. If you suspect lead paint in the home you are about to purchase, you will need to pay separately to have that done. If the findings come back positive, you may be able to negotiate with the buyer to cover the cost of the removal.

Through air sampling devices and surface swabs in key areas of concern.

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.

When a surface that contains lead dust is disturbed, the dust can float about in the air for roughly an hour before settling again. Since you cannot see the dust, it is important always to wear protective gear when working with any materials that may contain lead paint and to keep children, pets, and others away from the area for as long as possible

Some causes of brown well water—like excess tannins or dissolved iron—don’t pose a health risk. In other cases, harmful bacteria might be the culprit. If your well water has suddenly turned brown, it’s a good idea to use a home water test kit to get a better sense of what’s going on with your water. Consider calling a professional for an expert opinion before drinking the water and hoping for the best.

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