Santa Clara County · Bay Area
Lead Paint Testing in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto: what's different here
Local homes
Features historic professor-ville estates, mid-century Eichlers, and contemporary high-tech residences. The city maintains a high percentage of well-preserved older homes.
What we see in Palo Alto
Palo Alto's older architectural gems often contain lead-based paint, requiring careful management during restoration. Testing ensures that modern luxury meets health and safety standards.
Neighborhoods we visit often: Old Palo Alto, Barron Park, College Terrace, Palo Alto Hills, and every other part of Palo Alto and Santa Clara 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 Palo Alto, CA
ClearPoint Environmental Palo Alto
525 University AvePalo Alto, CA 94301(510) 901-5743
Monday–Sunday · Open 24 hours
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Lead Paint Testing in Palo Alto: questions
How much does lead paint testing cost in Palo Alto?
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 Palo Alto?
Same-day or next-day visit · lab results in 24–48 hours. Call (510) 901-5743 for the earliest window.
Which office serves Palo Alto?
ClearPoint Environmental Palo Alto, 525 University Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301, (510) 901-5743. We cover every neighborhood in Santa Clara 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
- 5 out of 5 stars
1972 townhome
Textured ceiling and vinyl in the same job. Both sampled in one visit, both reported clearly.
Simone P. · San Jose ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Barn conversion project
Unusual structure, and they still identified and sampled everything that mattered.
Wesley K. · San Mateo ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Answered a weekend call
Left a message Saturday and got a callback within the hour with a Monday morning slot.
Tanya B. · San Rafael ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Straightforward and safe
He wetted every sample point and bagged the debris on the spot. Very careful work.
Hector L. · Santa Monica ·