While lead in paint was banned in 1978 and in plumbing in 1986, it can persist in older buildings. If you’re not sure whether your home contains this hazard, testing is simpler than you might think.

You can hire a pro to test for lead, which can be a great solution if you suspect lead contamination not only in your paint but in the soil around your home. Otherwise, if you buy a lead testing ...

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — When it comes to detecting lead in your home, calling in the professionals may not always be in the budget. 2 News is digging deeper into what it takes to test your home ...

Houston-area public water systems could take years to test service lines for lead. In this file photo, Victor Hernandez, left, and Luis Martinez fill their water containers with a hose from a ...

Is your apartment lead-safe? According to the Rhode Island Department of Health, more than 70% of housing in the state "has potential lead hazards that can poison children." If it was built before ...

If the DIY test is already showing you have lead, you’ll know you need to be extra vigilant and watch out for any chips in ...