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I have peeling paint in my house. Does it contain lead?

Category: Health Department

All houses build before 1978 are likely to contain lead based paint. Consult with a licensed professional to test your home.  Lead comes from paint made before 1978, toys and make-up from other countries.  If your child has been exposed to lead paint your physician's office can administer a test.

 

Updated 10/14/2014 11:27 AM
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