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Inspection Advantage LLC takes great pride in our work. It is our mission to provide excellent inspection services and complete customer satisfaction. Our reputation is based on expertise, thoroughness and professional customer service. Trust Inspection Advantage LLC to perform a comprehensive home inspection on your schedule. Call us today! Discount for active and retired military and returned Peace Corps volunteers.

"Ethan was able to fit me in on short notice. He wrote a very detailed report."

Chris M on August 2024

Inspection Advantage LLC takes great pride in our work. It is our mission to provide excellent inspection services and complete customer satisfaction. Our reputation is based on expertise, thoroughness and professional customer service. Trust Inspection Advantage LLC to perform a comprehensive home inspection on your schedule. Call us today! Discount for active and retired military and returned Peace Corps volunteers.

"Ethan was able to fit me in on short notice. He wrote a very detailed report."

Chris M on August 2024


Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

Exterior paint contains a higher level of VOCs, which can be dangerous if you’re exposed to it for a long period of time. The good news is that paint’s toxicity reduces significantly once fully dried and cured. Do not keep open exterior paint cans in your home, basement, or garage, exposing your household to harmful chemicals over time.

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.

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.

Results from professional lead testing are typically available within a few days to a week, depending on laboratory processing times and the volume of samples analyzed.

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.

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