Lead Detection
Our EPA certified lead inspectors
provide lead consulting services to private consumers,
commercial and government agencies. Our Lead Inspection and Risk
Assessment procedures include a thorough test for presence of
lead using state-of-the-art XRF (X-Ray Florescence) Analyzers*,
infrared photography and meta-data collection. Our goal is to
provide our clients with an accurate analysis of their
environment in the most cost-efficient manner possible. Our
analysis is provided quickly and efficiently. We test in a
Surface-by-Surface method, interior and exterior, for any
instance of lead beyond Federal guidelines (1.0mg/cm2).
Important facts regarding Lead
contamination/exposure:
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Childhood Lead
Poisoning has been identified as the #1 child health
risk in the United States, reducing IQ and causing a
host of other permanent, serious health effects. Adults
also can suffer ill effects from exposure to lead
resulting in a myriad of health issues, affecting their
quality of life. Unlike other health issues, lead
poisoning is entirely preventable.
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The Federal Government has taken
an active role by formulating a plan to eliminate
childhood lead poisoning by 2010.
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The "Residential Lead Hazard
Reduction Act of 1992" ( Title X ) started it all with
the Real Estate Disclosure in 1996. That was followed by
HUD's Lead Safe Housing Rule in 2000.
*The XRF (x-ray fluorescence analyzer)
method of testing is quick, non destructive, and is the
preferred method by HUD for testing of homes and buildings. XRF
testing is non-destructive, fast, cost-efficient and legally
defensible.
If your home or office was built prior to
1978, we urge you to have it tested for the presence of Lead
based paint and/or hazards. Contact us today.
