Deleading on the North Shore
After an inspection, lead hazards must be corrected by a licensed deleader. Once the work passes reinspection, the home receives a Letter of Full Compliance. We connect you with independent licensed deleaders.
When you need this
- You have an inspection report listing lead hazards
- You want a Letter of Full Compliance
- You are renting to a family with a child under 6
- You want to qualify for the deleading tax credit
- Interim control is ending
The steps
- Plan. The deleader reviews the inspection report and quotes the corrections.
- Deleading. Hazards are corrected with approved methods, with the work area contained.
- Reinspection. A licensed inspector reinspects the work.
- Letter of Full Compliance. When the home passes, the owner receives a Letter of Full Compliance.
Why lead paint matters
Health, legal duties and money back.
No safe level for children
CDC says no safe blood lead level in children has been identified.(CDC: About childhood lead poisoning prevention)
The Lead Law
Owners of pre-1978 homes where a child under 6 lives must have lead hazards corrected, whether the home is rented or owner-occupied.(Mass.gov: Learn about the Massachusetts Lead Law)
Tax credit
Up to $3,000 per unit for full deleading, or up to $1,000 for interim control.(Mass.gov: Massachusetts residential property tax credits, Mass.gov: Increase in tax credits for deleading)
Renovation rules
Work disturbing paint in pre-1978 homes must follow lead-safe practices by certified firms.(EPA: Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Program)
Further reading: Mass.gov: Learn about the Massachusetts Lead Law · Mass.gov: Massachusetts residential property tax credits · Mass.gov: Financial assistance for deleading · EPA: Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Program
Every job is different. The pro you speak with will explain their own approach and pricing. North Shore Lead Paint Pros does not perform, supervise, or guarantee any work.
Get a free quote
Tell us your town and what is going on. Requesting a quote is free, and you are never obligated to hire.
- Confirm the inspector, risk assessor or deleader holds a current Massachusetts license.
- Ask whether the quote includes reinspection.
- Ask how the work area will be contained and cleaned.
Lead paint FAQ
Is there a tax credit?
Yes. Massachusetts offers a credit of up to $3,000 per unit for full deleading and up to $1,000 (half the cost) for interim control, claimed on Schedule LP. Unused credit can carry forward up to 7 years.
Can a landlord refuse to rent because of lead paint?
No. The Lead Law makes it illegal to refuse to rent to, or evict, a family because of lead paint.
Related services
Lead Paint Inspection
Connect with licensed lead inspectors for Massachusetts Lead Law inspections in Wakefield, Melrose, Malden, Lynn, Peabody and the North Shore.
Risk Assessment & Interim Control
Connect with licensed risk assessors for Massachusetts interim control, which can give owners up to 2 years before full deleading.
Lead-Safe Renovation (RRP)
Connect with lead-safe certified renovation contractors for work on pre-1978 homes in Wakefield, Lynnfield, North Reading, Wilmington and the North Shore, MA.