EPA-certified, non-destructive lead paint testing for residential and commercial properties throughout New Jersey — accurate results, plain-language findings, and a compliance-ready report.
A lead paint inspection is a surface-by-surface evaluation of a property to determine whether lead-based paint is present, and exactly where. Using a professional XRF (X-ray fluorescence) analyzer, an inspection reads the lead content of painted surfaces directly — without scraping, chipping, or damaging anything. The result is a clear, documented map of which surfaces contain lead and which are clear.
Lead-based paint was widely used in American housing until it was banned for residential use in 1978, which means most homes and buildings built before that year may contain it. As that paint ages, chips, or is disturbed during renovation, it creates lead dust and paint chips that are a serious health hazard — especially for young children and pregnant women. A lead paint inspection answers the first and most important question: is lead present, and where?
Comprehensive Environmental Services performs lead paint inspections for both residential and commercial properties throughout New Jersey. Every inspection is carried out personally by Neheru Singh, an EPA-certified lead inspector licensed since 2013 (NJ LIRA #027180, EPA #LBP-R-128957-4), using calibrated XRF instruments and reporting built for clarity and compliance. Whether you're a homeowner, landlord, buyer, or contractor, you get focused expertise and honest, accurate results.
You can't tell whether paint contains lead just by looking at it — and assuming a property is safe (or unsafe) without testing leads to wasted money on unnecessary work, or worse, an unaddressed hazard. A professional lead paint inspection gives you documented, instrument-based answers you can act on with confidence.
Because Comprehensive Environmental Services focuses only on inspection and testing — never abatement — there's no incentive to find problems that aren't there. The findings are impartial, and they're yours to use however you need: for compliance, for a real estate transaction, or simply for peace of mind.
A lead paint inspection is methodical and complete. Here's what Neheru evaluates and documents during a standard inspection.
Painted interior surfaces are tested room by room — walls, trim, baseboards, door frames, window sills, and casings. Window and door friction surfaces get special attention, since they're where lead dust is most commonly generated.
Exterior painted components are tested as well — siding, soffits, fascia, porches, columns, railings, and exterior doors and windows. Weathered exterior paint is a frequent source of lead-contaminated soil around a property.
Testing is performed with a calibrated XRF analyzer that reads lead content directly through the paint surface. There's no scraping or damage, and results are available on-site — fast, accurate, and non-invasive.
Every reading is recorded and compiled into a written report that documents which surfaces contain lead, which are clear, and what it all means — formatted so it's useful for compliance, transactions, or planning next steps.
Lead paint inspections serve a wide range of New Jersey property owners and professionals — anyone who needs to know the lead status of a pre-1978 building.
If your home was built before 1978 — especially with young children in the household — an inspection tells you exactly where lead is present so you can manage it safely.
Rental property owners often need lead documentation for tenant safety and New Jersey compliance. An inspection establishes the lead status of your units.
Buying an older home? A lead inspection during your due-diligence period tells you what you're getting into before you close — no surprises after the keys change hands.
A clear inspection report can be a selling point — and disclosing known lead status accurately protects you from liability during and after the transaction.
Planning to renovate a pre-1978 property? Knowing where lead paint is before you disturb it lets the work be planned and performed safely and in compliance.
Older commercial and multi-family buildings carry the same lead concerns as homes. An inspection documents the lead status across your property.
Neheru makes the inspection process clear and straightforward — you'll always know what's happening and what comes next.
Call (908) 524-1676 to book. You'll get a reminder the day before and again about 30 minutes before arrival — never left guessing.
On arrival, Neheru walks the property with you, then performs methodical, non-destructive XRF testing on interior and exterior painted surfaces.
You receive a clear written report documenting every reading — typically within 10 business days, with rush service available when you need it sooner.
Have questions after the report? Neheru helps you understand the findings and your options — whether that's compliance, a transaction, or planning work.
Real reviews from New Jersey homeowners, landlords, and buyers who have trusted Comprehensive Environmental Services for their lead inspections.
"Neheru was professional, thorough, and took the time to explain exactly what he was testing and why. As a first-time buyer of an older home, I finally felt like I understood what I was getting into. The report was clear and easy to follow."
— Satisfied Client
New Jersey
"I manage several rental units and needed lead documentation done right. Neheru handled everything efficiently, answered all my questions about compliance, and delivered a report my attorney and I could both rely on. Will use again."
— Satisfied Client
New Jersey
"Honest, knowledgeable, and clearly an expert in his field. He didn't try to upsell me on anything — just gave me straight answers about where the lead was and what my options were. Exactly the kind of inspector you want."
— Satisfied Client
New Jersey
Answers to the questions New Jersey property owners most often ask before scheduling a lead paint inspection.
Testing is performed with a calibrated XRF analyzer that reads lead content directly through the surface of the paint. The instrument is held against each painted component and gives a reading in seconds — no scraping, chipping, or damage to your property. Neheru works through the interior and exterior surfaces methodically and documents every reading.
A lead paint inspection identifies where lead-based paint is present. A risk assessment (LIRA) goes further — it evaluates lead hazards from deteriorating paint, dust, and soil, and recommends how to address them. Many clients start with an inspection; others need the fuller risk assessment depending on their situation. Neheru can help you determine which one fits your needs.
Lead-based paint was banned for residential use in 1978, so homes built after that are far less likely to contain it. That said, if there's any uncertainty about the build date, prior renovations using older stock, or you simply want documented confirmation, an inspection provides certainty. For most post-1978 homes, though, the risk is low.
It depends on the size of the property and the number of painted surfaces, but a typical residential inspection takes a couple of hours on-site. Larger or commercial properties take longer. Neheru will give you a sense of the timeframe when you schedule.
Pricing depends on the property type, size, and exactly what testing you need — so the most accurate way to get a price is a quick phone call. Call (908) 524-1676 and Neheru will walk you through what your property requires and give you a clear quote.
No — and that's by design. Comprehensive Environmental Services performs inspection and testing only, never abatement or removal. That independence keeps our findings impartial: we have no financial incentive to over-report hazards, because we don't profit from the remediation work. If removal is needed, you'd hire a separate licensed abatement contractor.
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