Lead Paint Testing Cleveland
Professional lead paint testing and certification for Cleveland rental properties, daycares, and residential buildings
Why Lead Paint Testing is Critical in Cleveland
Legal Requirement
Cleveland requires all pre-1978 rental properties to have valid lead-safe certification. Without it, you cannot legally rent your property or obtain a rental license.
Health Protection
Lead exposure causes irreversible neurological damage in children, leading to learning disabilities, behavioral problems, and lowered IQ. Testing protects your tenants and your liability.
Approximately 100,000 Units Affected
Cleveland has approximately 55,000 pre-1978 rental properties with about 100,000 units requiring biennial lead certification. This is one of the nation's largest lead testing markets.
Competitive Pricing
Lead paint testing at $425/unit for a property with 1-4 units, or $375/unit for a property with 5 or more units. We handle all paperwork including city submissions and compliance documentation.
Our Testing Process
Initial Consultation
We discuss your property details, schedule inspection, and explain the process.
CertiVue™ Powered Inspection (~30 min)
Using our proprietary CertiVue™ platform, our Ohio-certified inspector documents everything in real-time—photos, measurements, dust wipe samples—all captured digitally for instant processing.
Laboratory Analysis
Samples are secured and sent to an EPA-certified laboratory. Lab results are automatically parsed into your report when ready.
Automatic Report & City Submission
Reports are generated automatically during inspection. When lab results arrive, they're integrated and submitted directly through the city portal—no manual paperwork delays.
Certification & Compliance
Upon passing, you receive your lead-safe certificate valid for 2 years. We handle all compliance documentation and city submissions.
Transparent Pricing
Rental Properties (1–4 Units per Property)
Per unit pricing
- Complete inspection & testing
- EPA-certified lab analysis
- Comprehensive written report
- City submission & compliance docs
Larger Properties (5 or More Units per Property)
Volume discounts available
- All standard services included
- Priority scheduling
- Dedicated account manager
- Multi-property coordination
Volume Discounts Available
Properties with 5 or more units at a single property qualify for our discounted rate of $375/unit. We handle all paperwork including city portal submissions, compliance documentation, and lead-safe certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who needs lead paint testing in Cleveland?
All rental properties, daycares, and childcare facilities built before 1978 in Cleveland must have lead-safe certification. Property owners must renew certification every 2 years to maintain their rental license.
What does lead paint testing involve?
Testing includes exterior and interior visual inspection, dust wipe sampling from floors, window sills, doors, and other surfaces, laboratory analysis, and a comprehensive written report with recommendations.
How long does the inspection take?
With our CertiVue™ platform, on-site inspection takes approximately 30 minutes. When we leave, the report is 98% complete—just waiting on lab results. Lab analysis takes 24-72 hours (overnight available), and your report is immediately produced for filing and delivered to you.
What if lead is detected?
We provide a detailed remediation plan and connect you with licensed abatement contractors. We act as your advocate throughout the remediation process and re-inspect at no charge once work is complete.
What's included in the price?
Our pricing includes the full on-site inspection, dust wipe sampling, EPA-certified lab analysis, comprehensive written report, city portal submission, and lead-safe certification upon passing.
Do I need to be present during the inspection?
No, as long as we have access to the property. However, many property owners choose to be present to ask questions and learn about the process.
Get Your Cleveland Property Certified Today
Protect your tenants, ensure compliance, and get certified fast with CertiVue™