Lead-based paint was banned for use in homes in 1978, so houses and rental units built before then may still have it under newer coats of paint. As that paint wears, chips or is disturbed, it can turn into dust, and lead dust is especially harmful to young children.
Patten Inspections LLC is an EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm and offers lead-safe inspections for properties in Pennsylvania. Call Grant to talk through the property and what you need the inspection for.
Not available in New Jersey
We do not carry out lead-safe inspections in New Jersey. If you own a New Jersey rental built before 1978, the state's lead-safe certification law calls for an inspection by a certified lead evaluator; your municipality can tell you how it handles these inspections.
Why older paint matters
- Lead dust from worn or disturbed paint can be swallowed or breathed in.
- Young children and pregnant women are most at risk.
- Windows, doors and other surfaces that rub together are common sources of dust.
- Sanding, scraping or demolition during a renovation can release lead dust.
Pennsylvania properties
Requirements for older homes and rentals are not the same everywhere in Pennsylvania. Tell Grant where the property is and why you need the inspection, whether for a sale, a rental or a renovation, and he will confirm what he can do before you book.
Please note
This page is general information, not legal advice. For questions about your own obligations, please speak with a qualified attorney or your local municipality.
