Safe Home Lead Consulting LLC
"Kids Run Best Unleaded!"
Commercial, Contract, and
Residential Lead Testing Serving Michigan.
What Do I Need To Know About The Dangers Of Lead?
What is a Lead Safe Home?
While there is no such thing as a “lead-free” home, homes can get tested to assure they are “Lead Safe.” Structures that are determined to be “Lead Safe” must meet all standards put in place by the State of Michigan.
How Can I Tell If My Family has high levels of lead?
Unfortunately, many people with exposure to high levels of lead in their system don’t display signs of sickness. Symptoms can be very general and can occur unexpectedly. The most reliable way to find out if you or your loved ones have unhealthy levels of lead is by getting a simple blood test at a public health clinic or by your family doctor. A blood sample is taken from the finger or a vein in the arm. If the blood sample finds the presence of lead, additional testing may be required. People of all ages who think they’ve been exposed to too much lead are advised to get tested.
What Homes Are At Most Risk For Containing Lead?
Homes and buildings constructed before 1978 pose the highest risk for the presence of lead. This compound was present in many of the Interior and Exterior paints used during this era.
What are symptoms of lead poisoning?
Typically, symptoms of lead poisoning aren’t apparent until the person is very ill. Children who are six years old and under should get a blood lead test done every year. This simple test can get completed by your PCP or at a local health clinic.
Symptoms include:
- Loss of appetite
- Trouble remembering recently acquired skills
- Drowsiness
- Constipation
- Stomach cramping
- Irritability
- Headaches
- Lethargy
- Sleeping Troubles
Why should I Get My Property Tested For Lead?
Regardless if you’re buying a new home or you manage a portfolio of investment properties, you want to make sure your property is safe to inhabit. Lead testing helps assure that your buildings are ‘lead safe, keeping you, your family, and your community healthier. Further, testing for lead helps to reduce the financial risks associated with owning, managing, or leasing these properties.
Where can I find more information about the dangers of Lead?
If you would like more information on how the presence of lead can affect you, please visit the State Of Michigan’s Lead Resource page.
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Commercial and Contract Lead Testing Services
Safe Home Lead Consulting is happy to work with Commercial and Contract clients throughout Michigan. As a licensed, bonded and insured lead test provider, we use a Heuresis Pb200i Lead Analyzer for lead paint testing at your locations. Our professional lead testing services help to assure that your commercial buildings or rental properties meet all EPA standards in the State of Michigan. We are available for ongoing and Contract work to help your business run smoothly.
Residential Lead Testing Services
Homes built in Macomb County and other surrounding communities in Michigan before 1978 could potentially contain lead-based paint. Residential lead testing helps assure the safety, health, and well-being of your family. Are you thinking about purchasing an older home? Do you want to monitor lead levels in your current home? If yes, you can rely on the experts at Safe Home Lead Consulting to thoroughly examine your dwelling for the presence of unacceptable levels of lead. Protect your loved ones with residential lead testing services you can rely on for accuracy.
