It will also list an estimated cost of other actions you may take to prevent or control hazards. The inspector will give you a report that tells you whether your home contains lead-based paint and where it is found. The report will not tell you whether it is a hazard or how it should be treated. A dust wipe sampling is done to determine if lead dust levels on floors are a potential hazard to children. Home test kits use chemicals to detect lead in paint, soil, and dust.
Some kits can test water, dishes, glasses, and ceramics.
A reaction occurs when the chemicals in the kit are exposed to lead. The Federal Government does not currently recommend home test kits to detect lead in paint, dust, or soil. Studies show the kits are not reliable enough to tell the difference between high and low levels of lead. Use only cold-water for drinking and cooking. The inclusion of links from this site does not imply endorsement by the Department for Public Health.