Marin County · Bay Area
Lead Paint Testing in San Rafael, 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 San Rafael, 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 San Rafael: what's different here
Local homes
A diverse mix of Victorian-era homes, mid-century suburban tracts, and modern hillside estates. The downtown area features some of the county's oldest residential buildings.
What we see in San Rafael
Housing built before 1978, including the city's many vintage bungalows, often contains lead-based paint. ClearPoint’s flat-fee testing helps homeowners manage these risks affordably.
Neighborhoods we visit often: Gerstle Park, Sun Valley, Terra Linda, Peacock Gap, and every other part of San Rafael and Marin 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 San Rafael, CA
ClearPoint Environmental San Rafael
1000 4th StSan Rafael, CA 94901(510) 588-7375
Monday–Sunday · Open 24 hours
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Lead Paint Testing in San Rafael: questions
How much does lead paint testing cost in San Rafael?
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 San Rafael?
Same-day or next-day visit · lab results in 24–48 hours. Call (510) 588-7375 for the earliest window.
Which office serves San Rafael?
ClearPoint Environmental San Rafael, 1000 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901, (510) 588-7375. We cover every neighborhood in Marin 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
Solid, professional
Nothing flashy, just competent work and a clean report on time.
Bryan T. · Stockton ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
New construction next to an old build
Tested the original structure before the addition tie-in. Saved us a very bad surprise.
Naomi S. · Vacaville ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Farmhouse remodel
Old plaster and pipe insulation. They understood the era and knew exactly where to look.
Franklin O. · Vallejo ·
- 5 out of 5 stars
Fast even out here
Well north of the metro and they still made a same-week appointment work.
Krista D. · Walnut Creek ·