Category: Lead

Lead in School Drinking Water: Understanding Testing Requirements and How to Protect Students

January 14, 2026

For parents, teachers, and administrators, the safety of the school environment is paramount. While attention often focuses on security and air quality, a silent,…

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How To Test For Lead Paint In 5 Ways

October 14, 2025

Lead paint is one of those hidden hazards that can linger in older homes long after the last renovation. It might look harmless on…

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NYC Lead Testing Requirements: A Quick Guide

October 12, 2025

Lead-based paint has been banned for decades. However, in New York City, the risks remain real. Many apartments and multifamily homes built before 1960…

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How Much Does Lead Testing Cost?

October 11, 2025

Across the United States, countless homes and buildings built before 1978 still carry a hidden risk: lead paint. This material, once commonly used in…

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How Long Does A Lead Inspection Take?

October 10, 2025

Peeling paint on a windowsill or cracked layers on an old doorframe may look like nothing more than routine maintenance. Yet, for homes built…

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EPA Invests $26 Million to Reduce Lead in Drinking Water at Schools and Child Care Centers

August 29, 2025

Discover how the EPA is empowering schools and childcare facilities to test, identify, and remediate lead contamination—protecting children’s health nationwide. The U.S. Environmental Protection…

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Common Lead Poisoning Symptoms for Children and Adults

July 19, 2023

Is a hidden danger lurking in your home? Learn how lead poisoning symptoms impact your families health and how to protect your loved ones.

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Exciting Improvements to IRIS Environmental Laboratories’ ICP and XRF Technology!

June 8, 2023

IRIS Environmental Laboratories continues to innovate with upgraded ICP and XRF technology! Discover how these improvements benefit you.

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The Dangers of Lead Based Paint and the Laws That Surround It

October 10, 2022

Lead poisoning is a serious problem. This material is used in everything from paint to pipes to gasoline. Lead is a highly toxic substance…

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Understanding the Health Effects of Lead Paint

December 5, 2017

Lead is a naturally-occurring heavy metal that can be found in soil, water, and even air. However, the most common cause of lead poisoning…

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