Lead Testing in Harrison: What You Need to Know

Harrison is a suburban town in central Westchester that includes the communities of Harrison, West Harrison, and Purchase. With a population of about 28,700, the town features a mix of older residential neighborhoods, corporate campuses, and newer development.

Common Building Types

Harrison features a variety of residential properties including older single-family homes in the village center, pre-war estates in Purchase, suburban Cape Cod and Colonial homes, older apartment complexes, and mixed-use downtown buildings. Each building type presents unique lead paint challenges that require professional XRF testing to identify.

Lead Paint Risks in Harrison

Harrison's mixed housing stock requires property-by-property assessment. The Purchase area features larger historic estates with extensive painted surfaces, while the village center has older homes and commercial buildings.

Our Lead Testing Services

Rapid Lead Testing provides comprehensive lead testing services throughout Harrison and Westchester County:

XRF Lead Paint Inspection: Non-destructive testing using state-of-the-art XRF analyzers that provide instant, definitive results for every painted surface.
Dust Wipe Testing: Laboratory-analyzed dust wipe sampling to measure lead dust levels on floors, windowsills, and window troughs.
Lead Risk Assessment: Comprehensive evaluation of your property's lead paint condition, including identification of deteriorating paint and friction surfaces.

Federal & New York State Lead Paint Laws

Property owners in Harrison must comply with federal and state lead paint regulations:

EPA RRP Rule: Contractors disturbing more than 6 sq ft of interior or 20 sq ft of exterior paint on pre-1978 homes must be EPA-certified and use lead-safe work practices.
Federal Lead Disclosure Rule: Sellers and landlords of pre-1978 housing must disclose known lead-based paint hazards before sale or lease.
NY Property Condition Disclosure Act: Sellers must disclose known material defects including lead paint, or provide a $500 credit at closing.
NY Sanitary Code (10 NYCRR Part 67): Requires lead-safe housing for children under age 6 in rental dwellings.

Why Choose Rapid Lead Testing?

EPA-certified inspectors with extensive experience in Westchester County
Same-day service available throughout Westchester County
Digital reports delivered within 24 hours
Competitive pricing with no hidden fees
Zero inconclusive readings — definitive results on every surface