Independent environmental assessment across Indiana
Lead Paint-Chip Testing in Indiana
Building Investigation Services helps property owners, contractors, restorers, and claims professionals document suspected lead-containing paint before renovation, demolition, repair, or other project decisions. We define the agreed scope, collect paint-chip samples, coordinate laboratory analysis, and provide a clear photographic report.
Choose the assessment that fits the project
Renovation or demolition
Evaluate identified painted components in the planned work area before they are disturbed.
Property documentation
Obtain laboratory-supported information about specific painted surfaces for ownership, transaction, or maintenance decisions.
Restoration or insurance work
Document sampled components in an agreed loss or repair area for project planning and communication.
What happens during a lead paint-chip assessment
- Scope review. We confirm the property, proposed work, painted components of concern, and agreed testing area.
- Component selection. The inspector identifies representative painted components that may need separate samples.
- Paint-chip sampling. A small amount of paint is collected from each selected component and the location is documented.
- Laboratory analysis. Samples are submitted for paint-chip analysis.
- Reporting. You receive photographs, laboratory findings, and practical next-step guidance for the tested scope.
Straightforward lead assessment pricing
Targeted Lead Paint-Chip Assessment
$395
Limited inspection of identified painted components, a photographic report, and up to four laboratory paint-chip analyses.
Additional samples: $70 each.
Laboratory turnaround: Standard laboratory results are typically available within two business days of inspections completed by 2 p.m. local time, subject to same-day UPS shipping access. Remote sites, lengthy projects, shipping, sample type, and laboratory capacity may extend timing. Qualifying next-business-day results require a $50 overnight shipping fee. Confirm laboratory and completed-report delivery when scheduling.
Testing method: This package is for paint-chip sampling rather than XRF testing.
Final pricing may vary for extensive properties, specialized reporting, unusual project requirements, sample type, shipping conditions, inspection timing, laboratory capacity, or a scope requiring substantially more components or areas.
What you receive
- A defined assessment scope
- Photographic documentation of sampled components and locations
- The laboratory analytical report and available chain-of-custody documentation
- A written report connecting each finding to its sampled location
- Clear communication when expanded testing may be appropriate
What paint-chip testing can and cannot answer
A targeted paint-chip assessment covers only the agreed components and locations. Each laboratory result applies to the specific paint sample collected; it does not automatically represent other rooms, components, coatings, or unobserved layers. Paint-chip collection is minimally destructive and can expose a small area at the sampling point. This service does not use XRF equipment and does not declare an entire property lead-free.
Lead paint-chip assessment questions
How many paint-chip analyses are included?
The $395 package includes up to four laboratory paint-chip analyses. Additional samples are $70 each.
How is paint-chip testing different from XRF testing?
Paint-chip testing removes a small physical sample for laboratory analysis. XRF testing uses specialized equipment to screen painted surfaces in place. This package is specifically for laboratory paint-chip sampling, not XRF testing.
How quickly are results available?
Standard mold, lead, and asbestos laboratory results are typically available within two business days of inspection for appointments completed by 2 p.m. local time, provided samples can reach a UPS location before its shipping cutoff. Remote sites, lengthy projects, sample type, shipping disruptions, and laboratory capacity may extend that timing. Qualifying projects can request next-business-day laboratory results for a $50 overnight shipping fee; confirm availability when scheduling. Laboratory results and the completed assessment report are separate milestones; we will confirm report delivery for your project.
Why might different components need separate samples?
Doors, windows, walls, trim, and other components can have different coatings or installation histories. Results from one sampled component should not be assumed to apply to another.
Will sampling damage the painted surface?
Paint-chip collection removes a small amount of coating at the selected point. We document the location, but repair of the sample point is not included unless specifically arranged.
Does the report declare the entire property lead-free?
No. The report documents the components and locations actually assessed and sampled. It does not make claims about unobserved or unsampled areas.
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Discuss the painted components before work begins
Send the location, planned work, surfaces involved, timing, and preferred contact method. Our team will help define an appropriate paint-chip testing scope.