Lead Services
Lead-Based Paint Inspection & Risk Assessment Services
Protecting Families, Property Owners, and Communities from Lead Hazards
Our certified inspectors and risk assessors help property owners, housing agencies, healthcare organizations, schools, childcare facilities, and contractors identify and address lead hazards in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Whether you are purchasing a property, renovating an older building, responding to an elevated blood lead level (EBL) case, or seeking lead-safe certification, our team delivers accurate, reliable, and timely results.
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Lead Services
Lead-Based Paint Inspections
Our lead-based paint inspections determine the presence or absence of lead-based paint in residential, multifamily, and commercial properties.
We use advanced X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) technology and, when necessary, laboratory analysis to accurately identify lead-containing surfaces.
Commonly Performed For:
- HUD and EPA compliance requirements
- Pre-renovation and pre-demolition assessments
- Real estate transactions and due diligence
- Housing authority inspections
- Childcare and school facility compliance
- Lead hazard control planning
- Lead-Safe or Lead-Free certification
Our Risk Assessments Include:
- Visual inspection of painted surfaces
- Lead dust sampling
- Soil sampling (where applicable)
- Identification of deteriorated paint conditions
- Evaluation of exposure pathways
- Practical, prioritized hazard reduction recommendations
Lead Risk Assessments
A lead risk assessment evaluates potential sources of lead exposure and identifies existing hazards that may pose a risk to occupants—especially children and pregnant women.
A risk assessment helps property owners understand not just where lead exists, but how exposure may occur and how to reduce risk effectively.
Environmental Lead Investigation Services
We conduct comprehensive environmental lead investigations for properties associated with children who have elevated blood lead levels (EBLs) or suspected exposure sources.
These investigations are often coordinated with healthcare providers, health departments, and housing agencies.
Our goal is to identify potential sources of lead exposure and support effective mitigation strategies.
Services may include:
- Lead-based paint testing (XRF and/or laboratory analysis)
- Dust wipe sampling (floors, windows, and other surfaces)
- Soil sampling in exterior play and exposure areas
- Drinking water sampling (when applicable)
- On-site environmental evaluation
- Occupant interviews and exposure history review
- Detailed investigation reports with findings and recommendations
Lead-Safe Services Include:
- Clearance inspections
- Dust wipe testing
- Visual verification of hazard control measures
- Post-abatement evaluations
- Regulatory compliance documentation
Lead-Safe Evaluations
A property may be considered lead-safe when identified hazards have been properly controlled and clearance criteria have been met.
Lead-safe evaluations typically follow remediation, renovation, or interim controls and help confirm that exposure risks have been reduced.
Lead-Free Evaluations
A lead-free determination is made when testing confirms that lead-based paint is not present or is below regulatory thresholds as defined by applicable standards.
Lead-Free Status Is Often Used For:
- Property transfers and real estate transactions
- Long-term compliance documentation
- Housing program eligibility requirements
- Risk reduction certifications
Applications Include:
- Lead abatement projects
- Renovation of pre-1978 housing
- OSHA compliance monitoring
- Worker exposure assessments
- Construction safety oversight
Lead Air Monitoring Services
We provide lead air monitoring to assess airborne lead concentrations during renovation, abatement, or construction activities involving potential lead disturbance.
Air monitoring helps ensure compliance with safety standards and protects both workers and occupants from airborne lead exposure.
Lead in Drinking Water Testing
We conduct lead in drinking water testing to evaluate potential contamination in potable water systems, especially in older buildings with legacy plumbing systems.
This service is essential for schools, childcare facilities, healthcare environments, and residential properties.
Testing Includes:
- First-draw and flushed water sampling
- Fixture-specific sampling (faucets, fountains, taps)
- Identification of potential plumbing-related lead sources
- Laboratory analysis for regulatory comparison
- Interpretation of results and mitigation recommendations
Need Lead Testing or a Risk Assessment?
AET provides certified lead inspections, risk assessments, environmental investigations, clearance testing, air monitoring, and drinking water testing throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey.
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Certified lead inspections, risk assessments, investigations, and testing for properties, agencies, and organizations that need clear answers.
Service Area
We proudly provide lead inspection and environmental lead services throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey.
We serve urban, suburban, and rural communities, including older housing stock where lead-based paint is most commonly found.
Who We Serve
- Housing Authorities & Public Housing Agencies
- State & Local Health Departments
- Healthcare Providers & Pediatric Programs
- Property Owners & Real Estate Investors
- Contractors & Abatement Professionals
- Schools, Universities & Childcare Facilities
- Environmental & Engineering Firms
- Institutions
Why Choose Our Services
- Certified Lead Inspectors & Risk Assessors
- Experience with EBL investigations and public health cases
- Multi-media testing capabilities including paint, dust, soil, air, and water
- Fast scheduling and reporting turnaround
- Clear, actionable findings and recommendations
- Compliance-focused reporting for regulatory agencies
- Serving PA, DE, and NJ with field-based expertise
AET, Inc. provides environmental testing and consulting services throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
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