What is involved in a lead paint survey?
A professional lead paint survey includes:
- Visual inspection – Identifying high risk areas where lead based paint may be present.
- Surface sampling – Collecting paint chips or dust for laboratory analysis.
- XRF analysis – Using handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) scanners to detect lead levels in paint layers.
- Risk assessment – Determining the extent of the hazard and recommending safe management or removal.