Testing Your Home for Lead in Paint, Dust, and Soil

摘要

This publication is for anyone who is considering having a home or residence211u001etested for lead in paint, dust, or soil by a professional. It explains the 211u001etechnical aspects of lead testing without overwhelming the reader. The first 211u001esection tells why you would test for lead, the approaches for testing for lead, 211u001eand what information you will get from each approach. The second section answers 211u001especific questions about how paint, soil, and dust sampling are conducted by the 211u001eprofessional in your home. Finally, the last section answers other questions 211u001eabout testing, including questions about home test kits and testing of water and 211u001eceramics.