Lead paint is one of those hidden hazards that can linger in older homes long after the last renovation. It might look harmless on the surface. However, when it peels or breaks down, it creates dust and chips that release toxic lead into the air and onto floors. Children often face the highest risks because […]
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NYC Lead Testing Requirements: A Quick Guide
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 still contain lead. Peeling paint, window friction, or renovation work can spread hazardous dust. Children under six face the greatest danger because even small amounts of lead exposure can cause long-term developmental and […]
Read MoreHow Much Does Lead Testing Cost?
Across the United States, countless homes and buildings built before 1978 still carry a hidden risk: lead paint. This material, once commonly used in residential and commercial construction, can release toxic dust that endangers both children and adults. The question often comes up at the first sign of concern for families, landlords, and property managers: […]
Read MoreHow Long Does A Lead Inspection Take?
Peeling paint on a windowsill or cracked layers on an old doorframe may look like nothing more than routine maintenance. Yet, for homes built before 1978, those small details can conceal one of the most hazardous health hazards: lead. Families moving into an older property, landlords preparing for renovations, and buyers evaluating a historic home […]
Read MoreCommon Lead Poisoning Symptoms for Children and Adults
Is a hidden danger lurking in your home? Learn how lead poisoning symptoms impact your families health and how to protect your loved ones.
Read MoreReal Estate Agents – Are You Prepared?!
Real estate agents know better than anyone that if a bump along the way can happen, it probably will. However, there are some things real estate agents can do to better prepare themselves and their clients for curveballs like asbestos, mold, and lead, which could turn into expensive and time-consuming headaches if you’re not careful. […]
Read MoreUnderstanding the Health Effects of Lead Paint
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 is still exposure to lead-based paints and other building materials that pre-date regulations that disallow lead to be used in these types of products. Unfortunately, lead poisoning is still a very […]
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