This means the property has been determined to be free of deteriorated, flaking, chipping, peeling, chalking, or not-intact paint, and to not contain hazardous levels of lead-contaminated dust.
This means a technician used an XRF device to measure the levels of lead in all walls and floors, and determined that there is no lead.
You can find more info on lead by visiting the EPA website
There was an act passed in 1992 to prevent toxic lead exposure. This is the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act. Now, HUD and the EPA require the disclosure of any known information on lead-based paint and lead-based paint hazards for properties before 1978.
Yes. You must acquire a new lead certificate for new rental licenses and rental license renewals.
All properties built before 1978 need to get tested. Since the law to not use lead was established in 1978.
These properties include any buildings used for residential purposes and child care services.
No. The law only applies during tenant turnover, when a new tenant takes occupancy, and not when an existing tenant continues to occupy.
The duration of your lead certification is dependent on your location. Please visit your area's website regarding this information.
Make sure you repair any paint damage. (Just paint over any cracked, peeling, flaking, chalked, or deteriorated paint.)
Remove debris from the test areas.
Clean test areas of any dirt and dust.