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Lead Detective Agency
5.0(
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Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff was very thorough and great to work with. He had some helpful advice and tips for dealing with the lead in our house. The lead report was easy to read and it was a valuable tool for deciding next steps for home repairs. It gave me peace of mind to know where the lead issues were and what was safe."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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1-888-4-Abatement, Inc
4.6(
7
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Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a good job except they had the 10% Angie's List discount after the bid. When they were done he said it was more work than he thought and he showed us a picture of some screws and kept wanting more money from us. He wanted even more than we paid but I told him we would take off the 10% discount. I could have just gone with the contracted amount but I didn't want to argue. They did a good job but they shouldn't have been listed with a discount because they wanted it back. We had done some of it ourselves so we knew how hard the work was, he said it was a lot more work but we knew it wasn't. They wanted $5,000 more.  The price was good in the end, it was less than the next one but not much less.  Plus we went through a hassle. "
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Peets Express Restoration
5.0(
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Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you want a five star company which comes well recommended then this is the one to go with. We had an air conditioner leak which caused damage to our ceiling. I contacted five companies to receive estimates, and Peet’s Express Restoration had the fastest response time, hands-down the best price for the job, and could start the job four days faster than any of the other competition. Peter was excellent at communicating and keeping me informed of the process. They had the water mitigation completed a lot faster than competitors said would be possible. The best part was they actually performed the restoration work which solved many potential logistic headaches. The work they did was excellent. After the initial restoration we had one small item of concern and they came the very next day to remedy. I’ve since shown a few friends the room in which the damage occurred and they were not able to point out where any restoration work was done. I’m happy to fully recommend this company for any such work."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for toxic lead testing projects in Sacramento, CA

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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