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Imperial Inspection Services
5.0(
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Mark was very professional and willing to explain all the steps he was taking to do a thorough job"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
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Hearthstone Home Inspection
4.9(
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It went well. They arrived early and inspect the home interior and exterior. They provide thorough report. Mathew recently check in to see how the service were and how they will improve."
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J.Brian Day Emergency Services
4.6(
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the moment that I made the call to when they showed up was amazing. The team was very courteous, clean, & extremely professional. I would recommend this company for any and all jobs in the future."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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American Standard Painting and Restoration
5.0(
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a small company and all of our employees have over ten years experience each. All work is performed by experienced tradesmen. We offer same day service for emergencies.

Fixing cracks in walls to prevent cracks in new paint job.
Burning multiple layers of old lead paint off, to reveal wood work.
Re-sealing loose plaster.
A beautiful mohogany bar, built and finished.
Avaulted hallway, completely restored.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Richard O'Donnell's Painting And Remodeling
4.3(
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

We provide afforadable home improvement solutions, use quality paint by benjamin moore that has no oder. Are a licensed lead hazard Reduction contractor ,so if your home was built before 1978 and has lead paint we know how to keep your home and family safe.We offer snowplowing in the winter.Free written estimates and a 1 year warranty on all work.

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for toxic lead testing projects in Providence, RI

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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