Bay Area · all of California
Lead Paint Testing in the Bay Area and California
Paint-chip and dust-wipe sampling for lead in homes built before 1978, analyzed by an accredited lab, so you know before sanding, scraping, replacing windows or moving children into a home.
Quick answer
ClearPoint Environmental tests for lead paint in the Bay Area and California using paint-chip and dust-wipe samples analyzed by an accredited lab, with results in 24–48 hours. Quotes start at $475 with CLEAR50 applied, +$55 per additional sample. We only test, never remove.
- From $475 with CLEAR50 ($50 off) applied · $475–$625 by scope · +$55 per additional sample
- Same-day or next-day visit · lab results in 24–48 hours
- Testing is all we do. We never quote, sell or perform removal — our only job is an honest result.
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Where is the property?
All of California · no account, no card. You see the price before anything is booked.
When you need lead paint testing
- Before renovation, repainting or window replacement in a home built before 1978
- When a young child or pregnant person lives in or visits an older home
- Landlords, tenants and buyers who want documented results
- Peeling or chalking paint, or bare soil around an older home
What your report includes
- • Lead result for each paint and dust sample
- • Comparison with EPA/HUD reference levels
- • Photos and sample locations
- • Plain-English next steps
How it works
- 1
Book
Enter your address, choose Lead paint test and see your price.
- 2
Sample
The sampler collects paint chips and dust wipes from windows, floors and trim.
- 3
Lab
An accredited lab measures the lead in each sample.
- 4
Report
You get results by location compared with EPA and HUD reference levels.
Serving the Bay Area and California
ClearPoint Environmental Fremont
4127 Bay StFremont, CA 94538(510) 901-5743
Monday–Sunday · Open 24 hours
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Quick answers
- How much does lead paint testing cost in the Bay Area?
- How fast can I get lead paint test results in California?
- Who is required to test for lead-based paint?
- Is testing mandatory for homes built before 1978?
- What does a lead paint inspection report show?
- Are hardware store lead test swabs reliable?
FAQ
Lead Paint Testing questions, answered
How much does lead paint testing cost in the Bay Area?
Lead testing starts at $475 with CLEAR50 applied and stays within $475–$625 by scope. Each additional sample is $55.
Is a home test kit enough?
Kits can show lead on the surface but can miss lead under newer paint and don't give a documented lab result. Lab testing is more reliable before renovation or a sale.
Which homes need lead testing?
Homes built before 1978, when lead paint was banned for residential use, are the main concern, especially with young children at home.
Do you remove lead paint?
No. We only test and report, so the result is independent.
Customer reviews
Rated 5.0 out of 5 across California
119 verified reviews from homeowners, property managers, contractors and insurance adjusters who needed certified answers fast.
5.0
119 reviews
- 5 out of 5 stars
High-rise ceiling texture
The HOA required documentation before any scraping. The report satisfied the board on the first pass.
Owen P. · Santa Monica ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Professional start to finish
Badged, uniformed, and every sample was photographed and documented in the final PDF.
Bianca F. · Richmond ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Pre-demo survey done right
Full survey before a garage teardown. Our contractor said it was the most complete one he had seen all year.
Grant W. · Santa Rosa ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Kind and calm
I have asthma and was anxious about it. They explained the difference between intact and friable material clearly.
Adriana Q. · South San Francisco ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Efficient
On time, tidy, report overnight. Easy transaction from start to finish.
Trevor H. · Stockton ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Attic insulation checked
Vermiculite concern in a 1970s attic. They sampled it safely and gave us a clear next step.
Monica Z. · Vacaville ·