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AAA Lead Professionals
4.8(
60
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our township now requires a Lead paint Inspection for our rental property in Woodbridge, NJ. We contacted AAA Lead Professionals and they came out the SAME day ! The technician was on time, polite and friendly and provided a thorough inspection using an electronic testing machine. We received the results within 24 hours (ON NEW YEARS DAY !!!) by Donya, the office manager, and now that we have this lead free certification, we do not have to repeat this test again ! We could not be happier with the professionalism, efficiency and how they kept their word on every expectation. Feel free to contact me if you have any further questions. George LaTorre, property owner, Fords, NJ"
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Greenworks Env
4.9(
19
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Montclair township has a requirement for landlords to perform a visual lead paint inspection on a regular basis. Christian did this work for me, walking through my apartments and letting me know what spots needed to be touched up with paint. Then he provides a certificate to send to the town. Christian is communicative, reliable, prompt, and professional. He turned the certificate around really fast, too. I can’t recommend him more highly to anyone who needs environmental inspections in their home."
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Comprehensive Environmental Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"They were professional, punctual and clearly very knowledgeable about what they were doing. I would 1000% recommend this service to anyone who wants a reliable and professional lead inspection done right."
Visual Inspection
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lead Paint Inspections, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

LeadSafe Inspections for Rental Units Available!\n\nLead Paint Inspections, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. With several hundreds of inspections performed, we uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greenworks Environmental
4.9(
19
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Montclair township has a requirement for landlords to perform a visual lead paint inspection on a regular basis. Christian did this work for me, walking through my apartments and letting me know what spots needed to be touched up with paint. Then he provides a certificate to send to the town. Christian is communicative, reliable, prompt, and professional. He turned the certificate around really fast, too. I can’t recommend him more highly to anyone who needs environmental inspections in their home."
Lead Based Paint Inspection
Lead Xrf Inspection
Mold Remediation
Mold Assessments
Work

+5

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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FAQs for toxic lead testing projects in South Orange, NJ

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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