A home lead inspection can take as long as it needs to. The lead inspector will inspect the property from top to bottom. Inspecting a home for more than an hour is not uncommon and should not alarm anyone - that could just be how long it takes. Lead inspectors are required to document their findings in detail, which may be time-consuming if there are any true safety issues found. Inspectors must also provide buyers with important information about potential hazards and preventative measures that they'll want to have taken before buying or renting the property to ensure protection against lead exposure for them and their family members moving forward.