Nova Environmental Inc. conducts full service commercial and residential lead based paint inspections in accordance with HUD guidelines, Federal OSHA requirements and state regulations. Lead staff is accredited by the State of Michigan to conduct lead based paint inspections within both target housing and child occupied facilities.

Inspections are conducted utilizing the state-of-the-art Niton XL-300 X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (XRF). This equipment provides both qualitative and quantitative results without the use of destructive sampling techniques (i.e. paint scraping). A Depth Index feature on the XRF will indicate whether or not the lead is in surface paint layers, where it poses the greatest hazard. The automated data entry software provides an easy to read, thorough lead inspection report.

A Lead Based Paint Inspection includes a detailed inventory of all painted components within the inspected building. The inspection can include not only fixed building components but moveable items, such as furniture as well.

A Lead Risk Assessment is an assessment of potential lead hazards within a given building. Nova Environmental Inc. has a staff of Michigan State certified lead risk assessors that can provide in-depth lead risk assessments pursuant to applicable federal and state regulatory standards.

Lead Consultation Services

During demolition or renovation activities, the possibility for lead exposure and/or contamination is a distinct possibility. Lead exposure concerns on all types of construction projects can be addressed through Nova's lead consultation services.

Lead abatement specifications are used to ensure that any necessary lead disturbances are performed in a contained and controlled environment. The primary intent of lead abatement specifications is to safeguard contractor employees, construction personnel and building occupants from possible lead exposure.

During and after lead disturbances, air and dust samples are collected to determine if elevated levels of lead exists. On-site representatives will also ensure that the lead abatement contractor is conducting activities in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and the project specifications. Visual inspections for project cleanliness and complete project document preparation are included in this scope of services.