Alameda County · Bay Area
Lead Paint Testing in Berkeley, CA
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 Berkeley, CA 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.
Lead Paint Testing in Berkeley: what's different here
Local homes
Known for Craftsman bungalows, Victorian homes, and mid-century modern residences near the university. A high percentage of the housing stock predates 1980.
What we see in Berkeley
The prevalence of older architectural styles means lead-based paint is a significant consideration for local renovations. ClearPoint helps residents identify lead hazards in historic interiors.
Neighborhoods we visit often: Elmwood, Northbrae, Thousand Oaks, West Berkeley, and every other part of Berkeley and Alameda County.
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 Berkeley, CA
ClearPoint Environmental Berkeley
2150 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94704(510) 804-3839
Monday–Sunday · Open 24 hours
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Lead Paint Testing in Berkeley: questions
How much does lead paint testing cost in Berkeley?
From $475 with CLEAR50 ($50 off) applied · $475–$625 by scope · +$55 per additional sample. The price is shown before anyone is dispatched.
How fast can you test in Berkeley?
Same-day or next-day visit · lab results in 24–48 hours. Call (510) 804-3839 for the earliest window.
Which office serves Berkeley?
ClearPoint Environmental Berkeley, 2150 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, (510) 804-3839. We cover every neighborhood in Alameda County.
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.
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Customer reviews
Rated 5.0 out of 5 by California customers
119 verified reviews from homeowners, property managers, contractors and insurance adjusters who needed certified answers fast.
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119 reviews
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Roof tear-off cleared
Old built-up roofing felt tested before tear-off. Report was in the roofer's hands the same week.
Omar H. · Palo Alto ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Great communication
Confirmation text, arrival text, report link. I never had to chase anyone for status.
Bethany R. · Pasadena ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Apartment portfolio testing
Sampled four buildings in two days and gave us a single spreadsheet summary by unit.
Jamal W. · Redwood City ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Storm damage documentation
A tropical storm tore open the soffits, and we needed to know what was up there before repairs started.
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