XRF Lead Paint Inspection
Fast, non-destructive lead paint testing with X-Ray Fluorescence analyzers for accurate, same-visit results.
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(917) 676-9472Business Hours
Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat 9am–2pm
Address
197 Utica Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11213
Safety with Professional Lead Abatement and Removal
Lead-safe, violation-free, fully documented
Lead-based paint was banned for residential use in 1978, but it remains in thousands of NYC apartments — on walls, window sills, doors and trim. When it deteriorates or is disturbed, it creates lead dust that is especially dangerous for young children. Exit Lead identifies where lead paint is present, removes or controls it safely, and provides the clearance results and paperwork owners need to stay compliant.
Regulations we work under: NYC Local Law 1 of 2004 (annual notice and hazard correction), NYC Local Law 31 of 2020 (XRF inspection of covered units), NYC HPD lead-based paint rules, NYC Health Code Article 173, and the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule.
What’s Included
Our Lead Abatement and Removal Services
01
XRF Lead Paint Inspection
X-Ray Fluorescence testing of painted surfaces to confirm whether lead paint is present, and exactly where.
02
Lead Paint Abatement
Contained removal, encapsulation, enclosure or component replacement following EPA RRP and NYC work practices.
03
Dust Wipe Clearance Testing
Post-work dust sampling confirming lead dust levels are below the legal threshold before reoccupancy.
04
HPD & DOH Violation Support
Corrective work plus the documentation needed to close out lead paint violations with the city.
05
Local Law 31 Compliance
Inspections and recordkeeping for pre-1960 buildings and 1960–1978 buildings with known lead paint.
06
Vacant Unit Turnover
Lead-safe turnover work between tenants, including clearance before a new lease.
Why Choose Us
Why Exit Lead for Lead Abatement and Removal?
Clearance report delivered for your records. Every project is scoped in writing, performed by certified crews, and closed out with the documentation you need for the city, your insurer and your records.
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Plastic containment and HEPA cleanup on every job
Direct communication with HPD and DOH inspectors
Written, itemized quote before work begins
EPA Lead-SafeCertified Firm
Services
Other Services We Offer
Dust Wipe Clearance Testing
Surface dust sampling that confirms a unit meets NYC dust-lead standards after lead work or renovation.
HPD & DOH Violation Support
Testing, corrective work and documentation to resolve lead paint violations and Orders to Abate.
Paint Chip Sampling
Physical paint samples collected and sent to an accredited laboratory for certified lead analysis.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about lead abatement and removal in NYC.
How do I know if my building has lead paint?
The only reliable way is an inspection using XRF testing or paint chip sampling by a certified inspector. Buildings built before 1978 are most likely to contain lead paint, and risk increases with age.
What is NYC Local Law 31?
Local Law 31 required owners of pre-1960 residential buildings (and 1960–1978 buildings with known lead paint) to have covered units inspected for lead paint by a certified XRF inspector by August 2025.
How long does lead abatement take?
A single-apartment job typically takes a few days to two weeks, including containment, abatement, cleanup and clearance dust testing.
What happens after abatement?
An independent dust-wipe clearance test confirms lead dust is below the legal threshold. Once the unit passes, it can be reoccupied and related violations can be closed out.
Get in Touch With Us
Have questions or need to schedule an inspection? We’re just a message away. Reach out today for expert advice, fast service and full NYC compliance support.