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Hopes Home Inspection
4.8(
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Serving Wilmore, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Terrible this guy totally missed a huge amount if major issues like rooten floors where when i walked in the sunroom i put my foot through the floor, cracked support beams, water damage, collapsing bedroom floor and out side porch, Please no one ever use this guy he just cost me a home i bought on his inspection that was $279k and now i have 63k worth of repairs to do."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Suburban Painting Co
4.9(
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Serving Wilmore, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The owner responded immediately to a request for estimate. Met with them within a couple days. Received detailed estimate within 24 hours. Scheduled the work within a week. Painting was completed all in one day. Well done. Cleaned up well afterward. No paint drips on floor or walls. Would absolutely use again. Responsive, punctual, professional, reasonable pricing."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ProGen Restoration LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Wilmore, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were wonderful. Very honest and dependable. Dewayne was really great to work with. He also had a great team of workers. I really appreciate everything thing they did. They also do really good quality work. I would definitely use them again in the future."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BreathSafe Radon and Moisture Control
5.0(
7
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Serving Wilmore, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Breathsafe did a wonderful job with installation! They worked fast and in some yucky weather too get our right on mitigation system installed! They are very fairly priced and you can tell that they don’t make it a goal to profit off of customers, but rather just make a living. VERY kid friendly couple, Lances wife played hide and seek with my 4 year old. 😂 I would bring them back for any project they are qualified to complete!!"
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for toxic lead testing projects in Wilmore, KY

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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