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ASSURED HOME INSPECTION SERVICES LLC
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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Dunnellon, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have been in the inspection business for over 15 years. We can perform all insurance inspections such as 4-point, wind mitigation, Well and water testing. We also do Tie down and add-on inspections for manufactured homes for VA, FHA & Lenders. We perform all types of full home and commercial real-estate inspections. For more information, please call us at 352-462-8848

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Easy Home Inspections, LLC
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Toxic Lead - Testing

Serving Dunnellon, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Arrived early and seemed knowledgeable about everything, would recommend him to anyone looking for wind mitigation and 4 point inspections!"
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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

Professional testing for lead paint costs about $300, ranging from about $250 to $700, depending on the square footage, accessibility, and location. However, testing for lead paint with a DIY home-testing kit costs about $25, but doesn’t guarantee accurate results. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends using a lead test kit that complies with the Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule, which has strict criteria for ensuring a more accurate reading.

Common home surfaces to test for lead include:

  • Walls

  • Windows

  • Doors

  • Molding and trim

  • Railings

You can expect to pay between $200 and $400 for a lead inspection, where your local lead testing pro will scan surfaces and items with an X-ray fluorescent analyzer. Lead risk assessments are slightly different and run around $800 to $2,000. A pro may find lead during an evaluation, and create a removal strategy.

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.

Avoid disturbing suspected lead-containing materials and follow professional guidance on sample collection.

At-home lead tests can provide accurate results if used correctly, and if the kits are reputable and certified. They vary in sensitivity and methodology, influencing their accuracy. Follow instructions meticulously, ensuring proper sample collection and test execution. While they can detect elevated lead levels, for precise confirmation or if results are concerning, consider professional testing or lab analysis for comprehensive accuracy and guidance on addressing any issues.

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