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You don’t want to spend your time worrying about lead-paint on your property.
Being a property owner means you have a thousand and one things on your plate already.
Whether it’s taking care of tenant requests, doing renovations, or simply making sure the lawn is cared for. It’s enough to make anyone’s head spin.
So when you add convoluted lead-paint laws and all their standards for maintaining a compliant home to the mix, it can become stressful and overwhelming.
Getting you all the documentation you need so you can check this off your list.
Carrying out professional inspections using XRF technology to test for the presence of lead.
Helping assess which services you need so you know the exact steps to take to be lead-compliant.
Educating you on the laws so you don’t have to turn to Google on your own and end up more confused than when you started.
and we do it by...
We’re here to help you navigate all the Massachusetts & Rhode Island lead laws so you can get the documentation you need to prove your home is lead compliant.
Enter: Caulfield Environmental
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Meet the Team
Inspections are performed with an X-ray machine called a X-ray fluorescence analyzer. We hold the machine up to the woodwork and it reads through all of the coats of paint down to the bottom substrate. It takes just a few seconds to find out if the coatings contain lead-based paint.
How is the inspection performed?
Sean has multiple years of experience as a licensed lead paint inspector providing accurate, efficient reporting that makes it easy to ensure your home is lead-compliant. His non-alarmist approach paired with his knowledge of convoluted lead-paint laws helps put clients at ease as they navigate this process.
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Christine is here to make this process as easy on you as it can be. She is a master lead-paint inspector with over 3 decades of experience guiding and educating property owners on lead-compliance. Her fast turnaround times, in-depth industry knowledge, and there-for-you mentality will make your project run as seamlessly as possible.
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So no matter how specific your question is, you’re getting a quick and accurate response that makes you feel calm and confident.
Knowledgeability
You’ll hear us say “lead laws are as clear as mud” A LOT. Which is why we’ll walk you through all the steps to make it as easy as possible for you to understand exactly what needs to be done.
Simplicity
Because you can’t complete the task without having a team in your corner that you know is there to support you throughout the entire project.
Reliability
Everything we do is rooted in...
Jessica p. Clinton, MA
“Caulfield Environmental is SIMPLY THE BEST OF THE BEST. Sean and Christine are the obvious choice. They are kind, efficient, and extremely organized! Not to mention how patient they were while explaining lead laws to me."
- Rental units with a Full Lead-Safe or current Conditional Lead-Safe Certificate
- Temporary, seasonal housing rented no more than 100 days in a calendar year to the same tenant. (Think: Airbnbs, VRBO)
- Housing specifically designated for residents age 62 or older.
Are there any properties that are exempt from the CLC requirements?
Every two years.
How often do I need to get an updated CLC?
The inspector is looking for intact paint on the interior and exterior. If there is loose paint, we will check it with our portable XRF machine to see if it's lead-based paint. We also need to see if there are signs of abrasion or wear on lead painted surfaces. If the visual inspection passes we will collect dust wipes for lab analysis. If the dust wipes pass you will receive your certificate.
What is required to receive a Certificate of Lead Conformance (CLC)?
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In Massachusetts we have an “intact standard”. This means that all lead-based paint needs to be intact on all sides and at all heights. We also have seven main areas where we cannot have lead-based paint. They are: Stair treads, handrails, railing caps, receiving parts of door jambs, door edges, window sills and window sashes (and their friction components).
What types of components typically need to be abated (deleaded)?
Deleading is divided into four main categories: Remove/Replace, Scrape, Cover, or Dip. We'll review these methods with you and help you to decide which is best for your particular project.
What are the most common deleading methods?
Yes, in Massachusetts the person performing the work must be authorized or licensed. The three categories of licensure are: Low-Risk, Moderate-Risk and High-Risk Deleaders.
Does the person performing the deleading need a license?
Reports are typically emailed to you within 48 hours of your inspection.
When will I get my paperwork?
Most inspections take about 2 hours. We do everything we can to do an extremely thorough inspection without taking up too much of your day.
How long does an inspection take?
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