Lead Sampling & Inspections

In buildings constructed before 1978, lead-based paint remains surprisingly common. If you own an older home or property, it can be crucial to contact an inspection professional to ensure your safety. Aeris inspectors can perform lead paint tests, checking for lead presence in paint itself and any lead contaminants that might have spread as dust to surrounding property areas.     

         

Aeris Environmental lead paint inspectors are:

• Trained and insured within state requirements.

• Flexible and able to coordinate tests according to your schedule.

• Communicative, open and honest about inspection findings.

Dedicated to you and your safety,  Aeris Environmental inspectors may assess for potential contact between building occupants and lead-based material to determine hazard levels. 

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Why Lead Paint Testing is Important

Before being banned by the federal government, lead-based paint was commonly used in homes, childcare facilities, apartments, commercial buildings and even government structures. Lead-based paint was popular for how quickly it dried and its impressive durability.

We now know, however, that lead is highly toxic and can cause serious health problems including damage to the kidneys, brain, nerves and blood if absorbed by the body. In fact, exposure to high amounts of lead can have extremely serious outcomes. 

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While lead-based paint is usually not a hazard if it is in good condition, deteriorating lead paint poses an immediate and considerable risk. If you’re a real estate professional working with a family or preparing to put your house up for sale, a lead paint test from an Aeris Environmental inspector could help protect future occupants and shield you from liability.

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