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Hamilton Testing Services, Inc.
4.9(
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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience with Evan. He was very knowledgeable & helpful during a very difficult situation. He rushed to help us get out testing done immediately."
Team members ready to test!
Pop-Corn Acoustic Ceiling
Response time12 hrs
Response rate86%
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Pacific Environmental & Abatement Solutions Inc
4.6(
10
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Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The tester was well versed in this area even showing the areas that were high in moisture. Very friendly and informative as well as professional. Made me comfortable with the experience she had. When the owner and maintenance worker failed she made me comfortable. Fae who had the credentials as well experience explained everything in detail. Definitely use Fae!!!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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All Phases And Sons Restoration INC.
5.0(
14
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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service provided was excellent. All Phases and Sons Restoration went above and beyond to get the job done. They were fast, professional, detail-oriented and communicated well every step of the way. I have used them several times and recommend without hesitation. If you want to be treated like family by people that you can trust call All Phases and Sons Restoration!"
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We have top of the line industrial equipment and the highest quality service.
Manager - Charlie Mestaz
Owner - Mark Mestaz
Rosemary Mestaz Administration

+6

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Vanguard Renovations
5.0(
4
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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Encinitas, 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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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

While the EPA provides guidelines for homeowners to perform DIY lead paint removal, it is a risky process and generally not recommended due to serious health risks and strict regulatory requirements. The process requires precise safety precautions, such as wearing a respirator and protective eyeglasses, creating sealed exits, and using a HEPA vacuum for cleanup. To ensure the job is done safely, effectively, and in compliance with regulations, it is highly recommended to hire a professional lead abatement company. Certified professionals have the necessary training, experience, and specialized equipment (like chemical strippers and HEPA vacuums) to handle and dispose of hazardous materials safely.

How you test for lead in your water depends on the source of your home's water supply. If you have municipal water, your local water system may offer to test the water for free or may connect you to a lab that will perform the testing.

If you have a private well that provides drinking water, you are responsible for testing it for lead. Look for a lab that is accredited by your state's Department of Environmental Protection to perform the test.

Hazardous waste is waste that poses a threat to human or environmental health. This generally refers to waste that is flammable, corrosive, toxic, or reactive. To confirm if the waste you need to remove is considered hazardous waste, contact your local hazardous waste facility.

Lead testing in residential properties involves collecting samples from paint, dust, soil, or plumbing and analyzing them in certified laboratories to accurately identify lead levels.

The average cost of a lead paint inspection is about $600, but it can cost as low as $150 or as much as $800, depending on the size of the area, geographic location, and the inspection methods. Some of the most common lead paint inspection methods include:

  • Visual inspection: $150–$400

  • Paint sampling: $200–$600

  • X-ray fluorescence (XRF): $250–$700

  • Risk assessment: $300–$800

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