Lead & Moisture Testing

Moisture inside your home leads to mold, while lead – used in paint until 1978 – may also be present. You might not realize it until you see flaking paint chips or find discoloration and buckling. As such, it’s recommended that homeowners request lead and moisture testing.

Moisture Testing

M. Brett takes a comprehensive approach, looking for moisture and potential mold development from the attic to the basement. In the process, we identify the source allowing moisture to enter your home, review the extent of the damage, present a solution for improving the problem, and then implement a plan to prevent water or vapor from seeping in again. Throughout, our team:

  • Checks mold growth and moisture damage. Common signs include cupping, buckling, blistering, adhesive failure, a musty odor, and discoloration.
  • Rules out indoor air quality concerns.
  • Performs an anhydrous calcium chloride test on concrete slabs.

Lead Testing

Many don’t realize that manufacturers added lead to paint until about 30 years ago. Older homes and buildings, especially those build before 1960, may contain lead. If you sand over any old paint, generating chips and dust in the process, you may end up breathing it in.

As a result, no matter if you’re planning a home improvement project or simply want to be safe, it’s a good idea to have this EPA-certified test performed. Our professionals:

  • Perform a soil and paint chip analysis in multiple places within your home.
  • Use an XRF machine to X-ray the walls.

While you’ll see at-home tests out there, for complete and accurate results, it’s best to get a professional involved.

Don’t wait, wonder, and put your health at risk in the process. Contact M. Brett Painting today to schedule a test.