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title: "How to Hire a Lead Paint Inspector | Lead Paint Roster"
description: "Checklist for hiring a certified lead inspector or risk assessor."
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# How to hire a lead inspector

* What is your firm certification number, and who will do the inspection (their individual credential)?
* Will you do a full inspection (surface by surface), a risk assessment, or both?
* Will you use an XRF analyzer, paint chip samples, or dust wipes?
* Will the report meet the requirements of the local rental-inspection or lead law?
* How soon will I get the written report and any lead-safe certificate?
* If hazards are found, can you do clearance testing after the repairs?
* Are you independent of the abatement contractor?

## What lead work typically costs

| Item | Typical range (national) |
| --- | --- |
| Lead paint inspection | $239-$437, average about $338 ([HomeAdvisor lead paint inspection cost guide](https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/environmental-safety/test-or-remove-toxic-lead/)) |
| Lead paint removal / abatement | $1,478-$5,520, average about $3,499 ([HomeAdvisor lead paint removal cost guide](https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/environmental-safety/remove-toxic-lead/)) |

National figures, not local quotes. Large homes and multi-unit buildings cost more. Try the [estimate tool](https://leadpaintroster.com/lead-inspection-cost/).

## Find a licensed pro

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