Areas of expertise
Comprehensive Lead Inspection
Ensure safety in your new property.
Advanced Testing Methods
Assess paint, water, and soil for lead.
Expert Guidance
Protect against harmful health effects.
Why choose IRIS Laboratories’ for Lead Inspection & Testing services?
We provide dependable, competent, and trusted lead services to ensure that your building is clean, safe, and healthy.
We are dedicated to providing our customers with high-quality lead inspection and testing services using the most advanced methods and systems available. I
An Overview Of Lead Inspection Testing
behavioral problems, and even death. The best
way to protect your family from lead poisoning is
to have your home inspected for lead-based paint
and tested for lead in the water.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
states that over 20 million U.S. housing units that were built before the 1970s utilized lead-based paint. If you own an old commercial building or live in an older home, chances are you and your loved ones may be exposed to lead pollutants.
Lead inspection and testing are important because even low levels of lead exposure can cause health problems. If you think your home may have lead paint chips, or if you are concerned about lead in the water, contact a qualified inspector from Iris Laboratories. We can assess the risk and take steps to protect your family from lead poisoning.
Lead was commonly used in pipes, batteries, paint, and many other products. Despite its many uses, lead poses certain risks. Humans get poisoned if they consume lead. It harms the neurological system and affects the brain. Although lead-based paint was banned for use in homes in 1978, it can still be found in many older homes. This means if you live in an older home, or are considering purchasing one, it is important to have the exterior and interior of your property inspected for lead-based paint.
The common methods
of lead testing
Paint Inspection
This determines the level of lead found in the painted surfaces of your workplace or home.
Risk Assessment
This detects sources of lead exposure, such as paint and lead dust, and tells you what steps to take to correct this.
Water Tests
Immediate mold testing helps avoid severe health issues like asthma and chronic respiratory problems.
Soil Assessment
The soil around your home may contain lead, so it should be collected by a professional and sent to a lab for thorough analysis
The Dangers Of Short-term &
Long-term Lead Exposure
Constipation
Tiredness
Pain in the Abdomen
Headaches
Appetite Loss
Memory Loss
Tingling or Pain in the Hands and/or Feet
Weakness
As these symptoms may appear gradually or be caused by other factors, lead poisoning is often overlooked.
Those who suffer from prolonged exposure to lead are at risk of developing kidney disease, high blood pressure and heart disease.
Additionally, pregnant women are vulnerable to lead’s toxic effects. Lead in the blood during pregnancy may increase the risk for miscarriage or hurt the baby’s nervous system.
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