Lead Testing in Larchmont

Larchmont is a small, affluent village within the Town of Mamaroneck known for its elegant pre-war homes, tree-lined streets, and charming village center. With approximately 65% of its housing built before 1960, Larchmont has one of the higher concentrations of pre-war residential properties in lower Westchester.

Common Building Types

Larchmont features a variety of residential properties including Tudor-style manor homes, Colonial Revival houses, pre-war estates with extensive grounds, older village center buildings, and luxury pre-war apartments near the train station. Each building type presents unique lead paint challenges that require professional XRF testing to identify.

Lead Paint Risks in Larchmont

Larchmont's high percentage of pre-war luxury homes means extensive painted surfaces that may contain lead paint. Real estate transactions in this high-value market frequently require lead testing for buyer due diligence.

Our Lead Testing Services

Rapid Lead Testing provides comprehensive lead testing services throughout Larchmont 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 Larchmont 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