How Do I Get my Home or Building Tested?

For determining whether lead-based paint is present in pre-1978 homes and buildings, or for assistance with lead poisoning prevention, including information on grants to remove lead-based paint hazards from lead in paint, dust, or soil, please get in contact with the Shelby County Department of Housing at 901-222-7600 and City of Memphis Housing and Community Development at 901-636-LEAD (5323) for information on conducting a risk assessment to determine if there are lead hazards. CALL TODAY TO SEE IF YOU QUALIFY FOR A LEAD-BASED PAINT HOME INSPECTION AT NO COST TO YOU (click attachment Lead-Safe Program Flyer.pdf!!)

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1. What is Lead?
2. What is Lead Poisoning?
3. What are Sources of Lead Poisoning?
4. What are the Signs and Symptoms of Lead Poisoning?
5. Who is at Risk?
6. What are the Health Effects of Lead?
7. How Do I Get my Child Tested for Lead Poisoning?
8. How Much Does It Cost to Get my Child Tested for Lead Poisoning?
9. How Do I Get my Home or Building Tested?
10. What are Some Tips for Lead Poisoning Prevention?