Top-rated lead testing and removal specialists.

Get matched with top lead testing and removal specialists in Eleanor, WV

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your lead testing and removal project in Eleanor, WV?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Lead testing and removal specialists in Eleanor

Avatar for Property Restored

Property Restored

5.00(
1
)

Property Restored

5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Property Restored LLC is a residential contracting company with a focus on bringing "green" products and services to our renovations and repair services. From our office where we utilize an eco-friendly, minimal waste office to our job-site's where we incorporate sustainable products as effective alternatives to standard materials. It's a goal for us to become a leader in the Kanawha Valley for ECO-construction and our use of sustainable highly renewable materials/supplies.

Property Restored LLC is a residential contracting company with a focus on bringing "green" products and services to our renovations and repair services. From our office where we utilize an eco-friendly, minimal waste office to our job-site's where we incorporate sustainable products as effective alternatives to standard materials. It's a goal for us to become a leader in the Kanawha Valley for ECO-construction and our use of sustainable highly renewable materials/supplies.


Astar Abatement, Inc.

4.00(
1
)

Astar Abatement, Inc.

4.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

From asbestos abatement to a variety of inspections, Astar Abatement, Inc. offers the environmental remediation services to protect your family and employees. Since 1994, people have relied on our team for the services they need and we're ready to serve you.

From asbestos abatement to a variety of inspections, Astar Abatement, Inc. offers the environmental remediation services to protect your family and employees. Since 1994, people have relied on our team for the services they need and we're ready to serve you.


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.

You can paint over lead paint, or “encapsulate” it with a special paint that includes an ingredient called an encapsulant. The EPA approves encapsulation as a lead paint removal method as long as the paint remains undisturbed. Standard types of paint without an “encapsulant” from the big box stores or hardware stores do not meet EPA standards for remediation of lead-based paint.

Costs depend on the number of samples, testing method, lab fees, and whether on-site inspections are required.

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

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.

The Eleanor, WV homeowners’ guide to lead testing and removal services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

What do you need done? We’ll find top pros.
  • 🌱 "Mow a small front yard"
  • 🛠 "Fix a leaking pipe under the sink"
  • 🏠 "Repair shingles on an asphalt roof"