Lead is everywhere, but that doesn’t mean it has to be a problem
Licensed Lead Testing & Risk Assessments
Whether you are a Cleveland landlord navigating the 2019 ordinance, a Youngstown property owner securing clearance, or a homeowner concerned about lead paint, our ODH-licensed inspectors provide the exact testing you need to ensure safety and compliance.
Transparent Pricing & Packages
No hidden fees. Choose the service that matches your compliance or peace-of-mind needs.
ODH Compliance
Risk Assessment or Clearance Exam
- Standard 4-Business Day Lab Turnaround
- Satisfies Cleveland & Youngstown Ordinance
- Official ODH-Licensed Reporting
Peace of Mind
5-Sample Surface Test
- Standard 4-Business Day Lab Turnaround
- Tests 5 indoor surfaces for lead presence
- +$50 for each additional surface sample
Add-Ons & Enhancements
Cleveland Lead Safe Certification
The 2019 Cleveland ordinance requires all residential rental units built before 1978 to be certified as “Lead-Safe.” Here is how we get you licensed reports for certification.
The Mandate
All Cleveland and Youngstown residential rental units built before January 1, 1978, must be certified as “Lead-Safe.”
Validation Period
A standard Lead Safe Certification is valid for two years, requiring re-certification.
The Exemption
Owner-occupied units where the landlord resides are legally exempt from the requirement.
The Official 6-Step Path
Check Your Property
Determine your compliance deadline by zip code.
Remediate Hazards
Hire an EPA RRP-Certified contractor for peeling paint.
Environmental Clean
Thoroughly clean 24-48 hours before inspection.
Get Lead Clearance
Hire us for the ODH-licensed inspection.
Submit Application
Submit our “Passed” report to the Citizen Access Portal.
Access Resources
Apply for available lead-safe grants or loans.
Youngstown Lead Risk Assessments & Clearances
For property investors, landlords, and homeowners in Youngstown, ODH-licensed lead risk assessments are critical for compliance, grants, and post-remediation clearance.
Rental Registries
Ensure local rental property compliance and liability protection with an official ODH report.
Post-Remediation
Failed a previous test? We perform the final clearance exams following mandated lead repairs.
Lead Safe Ohio
We provide the baseline testing required for Lead Safe Ohio grant and funding applications.
General Lead Testing for Homeowners & Buyers
You don’t have to be a landlord to want peace of mind. We provide comprehensive, licensed lead assessments for anyone living in a home built before 1978.
Pre-Purchase Peace of Mind
Buying an older historic home? A standard home inspection does not cover lead paint. We perform targeted dust-wipe and visual assessments to ensure you aren’t inheriting a toxic hazard before you close on the property.
Protecting Growing Families
Lead dust is invisible and is the leading cause of lead poisoning in children. If you are renovating an older home, preparing a nursery, or notice deteriorating paint on windows and porches, a Risk Assessment provides exact data on what needs to be fixed.
The 3-Step Process: How Landlords Pass
Critical Guide for Rental Clearances
Property Preparation (Before We Arrive)
The single most common reason for failure is a lack of preparation. The unit must be properly cleaned 24-48 hours before our arrival. This means absolutely no visible dust, debris, or paint chips anywhere in the unit.
The Visual Inspection
When our ODH-licensed technician arrives, the first step is a complete visual check. If the unit is not clean (e.g., visible dust on window sills, paint chips on the floor), the inspection will fail the visual component, and we cannot proceed to lab sampling. A rescheduling fee will apply.
Dust-Wipe Sampling & Lab Analysis
If the unit passes the visual check, our technician takes a series of dust-wipe samples (minimum of 12 in most units) from floors, window sills, and window troughs. When the independent lab clears them, we issue the official Lead Safe report.
Financial Help for Landlords & Homeowners
Complying with ODH lead ordinances or securing your family’s health doesn’t have to be a financial burden. State and local grant programs offer funds for both landlords and homeowners. We provide the licensed reports you need to apply.
Ohio Lead Abatement Tax Credit
Get a state tax credit of up to $10,000 for qualifying lead abatement costs, including our risk assessments and clearance exams.
“Lead Safe Ohio” Grant Program
This state-funded program provides millions of dollars for lead remediation. We can execute the baseline assessments required for your grant application.
Lead Testing FAQs
What happens if my property fails the visual inspection?
What happens if my property fails the lab (dust) test?
What are the most common fail points?
What are the most common interior lead risks in older homes?
Can the exterior of my home pose a lead hazard?
View Legislation & Regulatory Sources
Lead Safe Cleveland Coalition: Official hub for the 6-step process, financial aid, and environmental cleaning guides. (leadsafe.clevelandohio.gov)
Cleveland City Ordinance: Ord. No. 646-2019 defining “Lead Safe” properties and exemptions. (clevelandcitycouncil.org)
Ohio Department of Health (ODH): Defines inspection types (Risk Assessment, LIRA, Clearance) and enforces pass/fail dust-wipe thresholds per EPA standards. (odh.ohio.gov)
U.S. EPA: Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) program regulations. (epa.gov/lead)
Financial Aid: Ohio Department of Taxation (Lead Abatement Tax Credit) and Ohio Department of Development (“Lead Safe Ohio” Program). (tax.ohio.gov, development.ohio.gov)
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