Understanding the Difference Between Lead Clearance and Lead Risk Assessment

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Understanding the Difference Between Lead Clearance and Lead Risk Assessment If you own or manage older homes—especially those built before 1978—understanding the difference between a lead clearance examination and a lead risk assessment is crucial for keeping your property safe and compliant. Here’s what every home inspection company and property owner should know. What Is […]

Lead Clearance & Risk Assessments: What Cleveland-Area Homeowners Must Know

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Lead Clearance & Risk Assessments: What Cleveland-Area Homeowners Must Know New Local Requirements for Lead Safety Cities across Northeast Ohio—including Cleveland, Cleveland Heights, and Lakewood—are now strengthening lead safety laws for older homes. If your property was built before 1978, you may need mandatory lead testing for: ✔ Home sales (Cleveland Heights requires lead-safe certificates) ✔ Rental property certifications (Cleveland’s Lead Safe Ordinance) ✔ Renovation permits (federal […]