You've found the perfect older home with character, hardwood floors, and original trim. Before you fall in love with the crown molding, there's one test worth adding to your due diligence: a lead paint inspection.
Why your general inspection isn't enough
A standard home inspection checks structure, systems, and safety — but it rarely includes lead testing. A dedicated lead inspection uses an XRF analyzer to find lead-based paint your home inspector won't.
What a pre-sale lead test tells you
- Whether lead-based paint is present, and on which surfaces.
- Whether any lead hazards already exist from deteriorating paint or dust.
- What remediation, if any, you should budget for.
How it protects you
Knowing before you close gives you leverage. You can negotiate the price, request remediation as a condition of sale, or simply walk in with a clear plan. And if you ever rent the property, you'll already be ahead on certification.
The cost of testing is a fraction of the cost of remediating a hazard you discover after moving in with young children.
Is your property lead-safe?
Get a certified inspection from Philadelphia's local lead testing team.
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