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Anderson Lead Inspections
5.0(
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Serving Winchendon, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Welcome to Anderson Lead Inspections. We are a licensed and insured Massachusetts Lead Paint Inspections and Risk Assessments company. We use state-of-the-art handheld X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrum Analyzers for fast accurate results. Whether you want to know if your home is safe for your family, a homeowner that has tenants with children, or need lead certification for Section 8 or any other housing program. We offer fast and professional Lead Inspection and Risk Assessment services. We service all of Massachusetts for your lead paint testing needs.

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Northeast Remediation
4.9(
23
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Serving Winchendon, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Northeast Remediation performed deleading on my home, involving replacement of windows and the garage door. The house passed re-inspection for full compliance as soon as they were finished. The only issue was that they had problems getting one of their suppliers to provide a custom sized replacement garage door in a timely manner. This delayed fully completing the job by about a month while they found a different supplier. However, they were generally very responsive with communication and the work quality was good so I would not hesitate to use them again."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Ames & Young Inc
4.8(
9
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Serving Winchendon, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Ames & Young General contractor | Deleading specialist. We have less than ten full-time employees. We do subcontract for plumbing, electrical, masonry, and other specialty trades. Shawn Young holds an unrestricted building license and deleading contractor license for the state of MA. All employees of Ames & Young have all taken EPA, OSHA, and lead abatement supervisor training courses and are properly licensed for lead paint abatement. License #S - MA HIC 168415, MA CS 089170, MA DC 01762 , EPA RR-18867-10-00011, NAT-34677-1. Additional phone - (508)954-9727. Additional fax numbers - (508)943-1462, (508) 949-0909. Additional emails - info@amesandyoung.com syoung@amesandyoung.com.

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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L & K Renovation and Remediation
5.0(
3
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Serving Winchendon, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"L & K Renovation and Remediation have done an outstanding job with their work. Their attention to detail and commitment to quality is truly impressive. I highly recommend their services."
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Going Green Construction & Recycling
5.0(
1
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Serving Winchendon, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

GOING GREEN CONSTRUCTION & RECYCLING has been in business for over 10 years. Since our inception, we have provided quality construction, carpentry and plumbing services for commercial, industrial and residential clients.\nWe take the environment into consideration in all our contracted services and provide\nthe most efficient and environmentally friendly means of disposal, many times\ndispersing materials to agencies that reuse the waste. Our footprint is small, our\nrecycling impact is large! Everything that can be reused or recycled – is!\n\nWe are licensed and fully insured.\nPaul Chiumiento\nOwner and Operator\nGOING GREEN CONSTRUCTION & RECYCLING

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for toxic lead testing projects in Winchendon, MA

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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