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Hearthstone Home Inspection
4.9(
103
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brian from Hearthstone Home Inspections was amazing. He spent 3 hours reviewing all the nooks and crannies of the home, provided insight on whether something was a small issue we could fix ourselves, what looked like it might need some TLC so it survived the winter, what was actually a big problem and provided a recommendation on who to use for a mold inspection when the home we are buying had a little mold in the attic that needed to be taken care of. I 100% would recommend working with Brian and Hearthstone Home Inspections. The process was easy on a customer service and appointment level, we received our home inspection report in less than one day and again, BRIAN WAS AMAZING. He was extremely thorough and seemed to know his stuff."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Ocean State Home Inspections
5.0(
15
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John looked at every single corner of this house and also explained to me each concern or suggestions as he wrote his report and answered all my questions. He was also very respectful. Will hire again or referred him."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Richard O'Donnell's Painting And Remodeling
4.3(
6
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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
HOMESPEK HOME INSPECTION SERVICES
3.8(
5
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall, I was not impressed. I'll get to that part later. To begin, our inspector was Mark. He showed up early and began the inspection prior to my arrival on site. He was professional the entire time. He seemed to possess good knowledge of the inspection process. The inspection was an easy one since the property was on a slab, and it ended earlier than I had anticipated. In truth, it felt a little rushed. My fiancand eacute;e, myself and my Realtor followed Mark around asking questions throughout the entire inspection. He responded well to questions. Although the seller had listed that the chimney was in need of repair, Mark, a self-proclaimed chimney guy, said that we had no visible issue with the chimney. He also found several little things that we would not have been able to notice on our own. He briefly inspected the septic system on the property. It failed the flow test and he recommended that we have a septic company come out for further evaluation. After the inspection was complete, we sat down with Mark and filled out the required paperwork.. Mark promised that he would have the report to us by Sunday; however, it wasn't until Wednesday that we actually received it. This is where my frustration began. I called Homespek on Monday to find out where the report was. They said that they haven't been in contact with Mark, but that they will give him a call to find out what was going on. I never heard back from him or the company. I called again on Tuesday to inquire about the report. Again, they said that the inspectors mail the reports from their home computers and that they do not have access to the reports. The secretary said that she was going to give Mark a call again and tell him to call me. He never called. My Realtor sent him an inquiry emphasizing the necessity of this report. Neither Mark nor the office responded. I called them again on Wednesday for the third day in a row to find out what was going on with the report. A different secretary told me that they told Mark to call me. She apologized for him not contacting me over the past two days. She then informed me that she "can't force Mark to call me." Upset with this unprofessionalism, I told her that I was unhappy and that I wanted the report immediately. She said that she is going to find out what was going on. Thankfully, I received the report around noon. I don't understand what the delay in the report was. I also don't understand why this company cannot get in touch with their employees. As a professional, Mark should have responded sooner. Also, the office staff should have a tighter reign over their employees. Because of the whole report situation, I would not recommend Homespek in the future."
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Absolute Resource Associates
5.0(
1
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Absolute Resource Associates (ARA) offers testing and consulting for suspected environmental contaminants in soil, water, & air such as Mold, Lead, Asbestos, PFAS, Bacteria, Arsenic, Pesticides, 1,4 Dioxane, VOCs, SVOCs, PCBs, Heavy Metals, Hazardous Materials, etc. ARA has an on site certified environmental testing laboratory and a full service Indoor Air Quality division.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rainbow International of Brockton
5.0(
3
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

24/7 Disaster emergency service specializing on resolving water damage, fire damage, and mold issues. We also do home cleaning or clean outs. Professional and courteous technicians.

Recommended by100%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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