Lead in paint was outlawed in 1978. Prior to that time lead based paint was in use everywhere. The problem with lead based paint is that it will flake and/or turn to a fine dust. This lead based dust then can settle on the floor, widow sills and window troughs which will eventually find its way into the digestive tract of young children and into the respiratory tract of adults.

Lead poisioning, especially in children from 6 months to 6 years old will cause learning disabilties, slow development and other problems with the child's developement. In adults lead poisioning can lead to reproductive issues, dragging foot, and other neurological disabilities.

If the home you may be considering to purchase was built before 1978 and you have a very young family, we strongly recommend a lead based paint inspection and a Lead Based Paint Risk Assessment.

The Washington Group has the required State on North Carolina licenses to fully assess your home for lead based paint. The testing procedure that is conducted is non-destructure utilizing a Niton XRF instrument.