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Lead and Mold Detectives
5.0(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lead and Mold Detectives was extremely professional and they walked us through the job from A-Z. These guys wont leave you hanging in the middle of the job. I highly recommend working with them!"
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Oasis Indoor Environmental, Inc.
4.7(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Customers say: Quality work

"Robert from Oasis was incredibly thoughtful and provided great insight into our situation, patiently explaining his thinking. I would use them again and highly recommend."
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QA Lead Environmental, Inc.
4.9(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Dennis and his team were very thorough with their testing and extremely fair with their fee. Their work saved my fiancé and I from purchasing an absolute nightmare of a house!! can not wait to use them again! "
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LAM Environmental LLC
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Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In every profession there are always a few people who stand out and considered the best of the best -Jeal is one of them .Thorough,retailed,competent and cost effective. I would highly recommend using Lam Environmental for all your lead installation needs."
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FAQs for toxic lead testing projects in Astoria, NY

If your home was built before 1978, there’s a strong chance it contains lead-based paint. Many pre-1980 houses also contain lead in their plumbing and decorative materials, so age alone is a significant red flag. Older homes near industrial areas face an even higher risk. Because you can’t confirm lead by sight, scheduling a test is the safest way to protect your family.

In older houses, lead can lurk in painted trim, window sashes, soil around the foundation, plumbing pipes, and even vintage hardware. The metal is toxic, and children and pregnant women are most at risk. Exposure can trigger developmental delays, learning problems, and organ damage. Because the EPA links even low levels to serious health effects, test every suspected surface and address any hazards right away.

A positive test means lead is present somewhere you can touch, breathe, or disturb. The next step is a full risk assessment to map exactly where the hazard lies and outline the safest fix: encapsulation, enclosure, or full removal. Repairs start at $1,000 but can exceed $10,000 for complete elimination, so act quickly and hire certified pros to keep your family safe.

EPA lead certification proves that inspectors, risk assessors, and abatement contractors follow federal safety rules under the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Program. The credential costs an average of $300, and certified professionals can legally test, contain, or remove lead hazards. Hiring a certified pro protects you from fines and ensures the work meets strict health standards.

Lead-based paint looks no different from any other paint, so you can’t identify it by color or sheen. Even flawless walls may hide it. If paint starts chipping, flaking, or peeling, schedule a professional test right away. Only laboratory-grade testing confirms lead and guides the safest fix for your home.

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