About LEAD WATCH

At LEAD WATCH, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of your home and community. Specializing in EPA and NYC HUD lead inspections, we adhere to all NYC requirements to provide you with peace of mind. Our team of certified professionals is committed to delivering thorough inspections and clear, actionable reports. We believe that every family deserves a safe environment, and we are here to help you achieve that. Let us be your trusted partner in lead safety.

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We have an EPA-certified, fully trained & licensed team to perform lead inspection in NYC. We are bonded & insured to perform lead inspections for you.

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What is Local Law 31 of 2020?

Local Law 31 of 2020 is the most recent update, which went into effect on August 9, 2020, and mandates X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) lead inspections by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-certified inspectors to test for the presence of lead-based paint in old residential “multiple dwelling” buildings. Local Law 31 also includes a 5-year testing requirement, meaning that all residential building owners in NYC must have all dwelling units inspected for lead paint by August 9, 2025.

What Are the Requirements of Local Law 31?

X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) analyzer inspections are now required for all surfaces in every rental unit for “multiple dwelling” buildings built prior to 1960 as well as for buildings built between 1960 and 1978 with known lead-based paint. XRF lead inspections must take place by August 9, 2025, or within one year if a child under the age of 6 resides in or moves into the unit. For children under the age of 6, the term “resides” means the child either lives in, or routinely spends 10 or more hours per week.

What Is X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analyzer Testing?

XRF analyzers are specialized machines containing radioactive isotopes that are used to determine the elemental composition of a sample surface. Handheld XRF analyzers are specialized machines containing radioactive isotopes used by trained professionals to detect the presence of potential lead hazards.

What happens if lead is found?

If lead is detected during the inspection, we will provide you with a detailed report for remediation. It's important to address lead hazards promptly to ensure the safety of all occupants. Once the lead has been remediatied by an EPA certified firm, Lead Watch will return to retest the area providing all proper documentation ensuring the area is lead free, and NYC/HUD safe.