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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: Do I have to remove lead-based paint?

• <div><p>If the lead paint is in a place that is not easily disturbed and is not flaking or deteriorating, you do not necessarily need to remove it. Lead is toxic when dust particles or flakes from peeling lead paint are ingested. If people are not in the area with the lead paint, it may be safe to leave it in place. You still may want to consider encapsulation with a paint formulated for covering lead-based paint, just for an added layer of protection.</p></div>

Q: What is considered hazardous waste?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-hazardous-waste.htm">is considered hazardous waste</a>, contact your local hazardous waste facility.</p></div>

Q: What is a lead paint inspection?

• <div><p>A lead paint inspection is a thorough examination and assessment of a building or structure to determine the presence of lead-based paint. Lead-based paint was commonly used in buildings before 1978 when its health hazards were fully understood. Lead is toxic and can pose health risks, particularly to young children and pregnant women. Getting a lead paint inspection means <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/find-contractor-lead-paint-removal.htm">finding a lead paint inspector</a> to examine the surfaces of the building&mdash;such as walls, ceilings, doors, windows, and other painted areas&mdash;and identify the presence of lead-based paint.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to remove lead paint?

• <div><p>You do not have to remove lead paint if the surface is not chipping or peeling or if there are no pregnant people or children under the age of six who live in or regularly visit your home. Lead paint is a particular risk for young children whose brains and bodies are not fully developed. Experts strongly recommend that you call a pro to remove lead paint if it&rsquo;s peeling or flaking, no matter who lives in the home. You can experience lead poisoning by breathing in or ingesting just a small amount of it.</p></div>

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Last update on September 19, 2026

Reviewed in September 2026
It was a great pleasure working with Dillan and his team. They prompt and professional. We had two large trees and a multitude of suckers to have removed. They did it in three days and all debris removed. I would highly recommend them for tree service.
Runner Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in March 2026
The company did an excellent job clearing out the dirt that built up around my underground irrigation valves. In addition, they lined the valves with chicken wire and weed barrier the keep valve cavity from filling up again. They also removed the dirt from the narrow tube that accesses the...
Idaho Landscape Creations
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Reviewed in February 2026
I am so impressed with the quality of work Escutia's Landscaping did for me. I had three massive bushes in my backyard that I wanted removed and I can't believe how quickly they were able to do this and how nice the yard looks afterward. They were great with communicating with me, responded...
Escutia's Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in September 2025
They did a great job removing my old hot tub off my back deck. Very time efficient and a great price in comparison to other quotes in the valley.
Titus Construction llc
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Reviewed in December 2024
Was a yearly checkup, Mr. Garrett, was very professional, inspected the encapsulation the house foundation, and left a radon test. This company hires wonderful people, who are very knowledgeable in their field, we are happy with the results.
Frontier Foundation and Crawl Space Repair
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Reviewed in January 2024
This was the first time using GreenLeaf Tree Care & Pruning. They were recommended on The Nextdoor Neighborhood. I was very pleased with there service. They were very easy to work with. Justin had good advice or options I could use. They far exceeded my expectations of the final job. ...
GreenLeaf Tree Care and Pruning
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Reviewed in September 2023
They were very quick to respond to my request for an appointment. My wife and I are having allergy symptoms when in our house. Craig was very helpful in explaining the procedure for testing the air quality in our home. He and his assistant were very respectful and pleasant. The samples were sent...
Presidential Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Great company and people, performed very hard shrub and tree removal from area down by river, and removed it all up 100 feet embankment to street . Will hire them again for anything I need!
Barker Home Inspection & Service
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Reviewed in July 2022
They were the 1st to reach out to me for removing a washing machine and arrived same day as I posted the listing. They showed up on time, were efficient with removal, and were very polite. 100% would recommend to anyone needing appliance removal
JBH
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Reviewed in October 2021
Tom and Josh Turney did an amazing job for us! They removed our old cedar fence and replaced it with a beautiful new cedar fence with solid, and sturdy black steel fence posts. This fence will not only last much longer than our old fence with wooden posts but it is a beauty to look at. We will...
Turney Land Construction
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HomeGuard Environmental, LLC

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Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Parma, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Pumped up water from a burst pipe. Top notch, came in, got started right away and were excellent communicators."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate90%

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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HomeGuard Environmental

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Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Parma, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were friendly, insightful, knowledgeable, they explain the whole process to me and they were nice."

Response time1 day

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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Johnny on the Spot Environmental

4.0(

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Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Parma, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"From start to finish very timely! The owner came over to evaluate in 20 minutes after posting request and the job was finished in 3 days!"

Response time1 day

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Envirotech

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Toxic Lead - Abatement

Serving Parma, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Ridgetop Homes we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

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Gylling Family Construction LLC

New to Angi

Toxic Lead - AbatementToxic Lead - Testing

Serving Parma, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We provide professional services at affordable prices and no job is too big or small. We look forward to earning your business! Contact us for a consultation and lets get started!

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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.

If the lead paint is in a place that is not easily disturbed and is not flaking or deteriorating, you do not necessarily need to remove it. Lead is toxic when dust particles or flakes from peeling lead paint are ingested. If people are not in the area with the lead paint, it may be safe to leave it in place. You still may want to consider encapsulation with a paint formulated for covering lead-based paint, just for an added layer of protection.

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.

A lead paint inspection is a thorough examination and assessment of a building or structure to determine the presence of lead-based paint. Lead-based paint was commonly used in buildings before 1978 when its health hazards were fully understood. Lead is toxic and can pose health risks, particularly to young children and pregnant women. Getting a lead paint inspection means finding a lead paint inspector to examine the surfaces of the building—such as walls, ceilings, doors, windows, and other painted areas—and identify the presence of lead-based paint.

You do not have to remove lead paint if the surface is not chipping or peeling or if there are no pregnant people or children under the age of six who live in or regularly visit your home. Lead paint is a particular risk for young children whose brains and bodies are not fully developed. Experts strongly recommend that you call a pro to remove lead paint if it’s peeling or flaking, no matter who lives in the home. You can experience lead poisoning by breathing in or ingesting just a small amount of it.

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