From the historic districts near the Great Falls to the neighborhoods of the East Side and South Paterson — Comprehensive Environmental Services brings EPA-certified lead inspection to Paterson's older homes.
Paterson — New Jersey's third-largest city and the historic "Silk City" — grew up around the Great Falls of the Passaic River and the mills that made it one of America's first industrial powerhouses. Comprehensive Environmental Services provides EPA-certified lead paint inspection throughout Paterson, with every inspection performed personally by Neheru Singh, a licensed Lead Inspector / Risk Assessor (NJ LIRA #027180) who has focused exclusively on lead since 2013. From the historic districts surrounding the Great Falls to the dense residential neighborhoods of the East Side, South Paterson, and the Eastside and Hillcrest areas, Paterson's century-old housing stock is exactly the kind of property where lead-based paint is a real and common consideration.
Here's what matters for Paterson property owners: lead-based paint was used in homes right up until the federal ban in 1978, and the great majority of Paterson's row houses, multi-family homes, and older apartment buildings date back well before that — many to the city's industrial heyday. As that paint ages, chips, and is disturbed during everyday wear or renovation, it creates lead dust and chips that are a serious health hazard, especially for young children. With Paterson's very high share of multi-family and rental housing, New Jersey's Lead Law — requiring inspection and Lead-Safe Certification for many rentals — applies widely across the city, making documented testing essential for landlords and property managers.
That's why Paterson turns to Comprehensive Environmental Services. You get a dedicated lead specialist using professional, non-destructive XRF testing to document exactly where lead is present and where it isn't, with clear, compliance-ready reporting — and the full range of lead services: lead paint inspection, NJ Lead Law inspections, risk assessment, dust wipe sampling and clearance, and independent post-abatement clearance. Because Comprehensive Environmental Services performs inspection and testing only — never abatement — the findings are genuinely independent, with no incentive to over-report a hazard. For a city built on more than two centuries of industrial history, that honest, focused expertise is exactly what Paterson's homes deserve.
Every inspection is performed personally by Neheru Singh, EPA-certified Lead Inspector / Risk Assessor. Here are the lead services most commonly requested across Paterson:
EPA-certified XRF testing that documents exactly where lead-based paint is present in Paterson's older homes — non-destructive and accurate.
Learn More →Lead-Safe Certification inspections that help Paterson landlords meet New Jersey's Lead Law and keep rental units compliant.
Learn More →A full hazard evaluation that goes beyond detection — identifying lead hazards and a prioritized path forward for Paterson properties.
Learn More →Lab-analyzed dust sampling to measure lead contamination and verify cleanup after renovation or remediation work.
Learn More →Independent, third-party clearance testing that verifies a Paterson property is safe for re-occupancy after abatement.
Learn More →Know the lead status of a Paterson property before you close — essential due diligence for buyers and sellers of older homes.
Learn More →Real reviews from Paterson-area 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 Paterson home, I finally felt like I understood what I was getting into. The report was clear and easy to follow."
— Satisfied Client
Paterson, NJ
"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
Paterson, NJ
"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
Paterson, NJ
Comprehensive Environmental Services serves all of Paterson — from the historic Great Falls district to the East Side, South Paterson, Hillcrest, and the neighborhoods throughout the Silk City.
Answers to the questions Paterson homeowners, landlords, and buyers most often ask before scheduling a lead inspection.
Paterson is one of New Jersey's oldest industrial cities, and the great majority of its row-house, multi-family, and apartment housing dates back well before the 1978 federal ban on lead-based paint. Because so much of the city's housing predates that line, lead-based paint is a common presence — which is exactly why documented testing matters here.
Very possibly. New Jersey's Lead Law requires many rental dwelling units to undergo lead inspection and obtain Lead-Safe Certification, and Paterson's dense rental market means it applies widely. Specifics depend on the property, so call (908) 524-1676 and Neheru will help you confirm what your units need.
Neheru uses a calibrated XRF analyzer that reads lead content directly through the paint surface — no scraping or damage to your property. He works methodically through interior and exterior painted surfaces, paying special attention to window friction areas where lead dust collects, and documents every reading.
No — Comprehensive Environmental Services performs inspection and testing only, never abatement. That independence keeps the findings impartial. If abatement is needed, you'd hire a separate licensed contractor, and we can provide independent clearance afterward.
Time on-site depends on the size of the property and number of surfaces — typically a couple of hours for a residential inspection. Reports are usually delivered within 10 business days, with rush service available. Call (908) 524-1676 to discuss your timeline.
If the home predates 1978, it's well worth it. A lead inspection during your due-diligence period turns an unknown into documented fact — informing your decision, your negotiation, and your plans. It's especially important if you have or plan to have young children in the home.
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