Certified XRF Lead Testing in NYC (Required by Local Law 31)

X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) analysis is a proven technology used to detect and quantify the amount of lead present in old paint. Certified XRF lead testing is required for older residential buildings in NYC within a certain timeframe specified by Local Law 31.

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Understanding Local Law 31: Lead Paint Rules for NYC Landlords

Local Law 31 of 2020 requires NYC landlords to have XRF lead inspections conducted by EPA-certified inspectors to test for the presence of lead-based paint before August 9, 2025, in addition to other updates and requirements.

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New Lead Paint Requirements in NYC: Local Laws 111, 122, and 123

Here is a summary of Local Laws 111, 122, and 123 of 2023 and what building owners and property managers should know in order to stay compliant and avoid lead violations.

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New Lead Paint Laws in NYC: Intro 6-A, Intro 193, and Intro 200

Here’s what landlords and property managers should know about the recently passed lead-paint laws in New York City: Intro 6-A, Intro 193, and Intro 200.

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Local Law 61 and Mold Requirements for NYC Landlords

Local Law 61 of 2018 went into effect on January 2019 and introduced several important requirements for mold assessment, abatement, and remediation work to the New York City Administrative Code.

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Who Pays for Mold Remediation? What Homeowners and Landlords Need to Know

Mold remediation projects in New York City generally add up to thousands of dollars on average—even tens of thousands of dollars for large projects. So who is responsible for paying for mold remediation?

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Clearing HPD Lead Paint violations in NYC

4 Steps to Clear HPD Lead Paint Violations in NYC (2022)

Have you received a notice of violation from HPD for a lead-based paint hazard? In this article, we’ll introduce the common types of lead-based paint violations issued by HPD, when and who they apply to, and how to properly correct and clear them.

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Apartment Turnover Requirements for NYC Landlords – Lead Paint

As a landlord in New York City, it is crucial to understand the requirements for lead-based paint testing and remediation at apartment turnover. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in significant penalties and harm to tenants’ health.

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Annual Inspection Checklist for NYC Landlords (2023)

New York City’s Local Laws 1 and 55 require landlords to conduct annual visual inspections of tenants’ apartments for lead, mold, and pests. To help landlords that perform their own inspections, we put together these handy landlord annual inspection checklists.

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Should the presence of black mold in your vents have you worried?

Signs of Black Mold in Air Vents & Should You Be Worried?

Seeing black spots around air vents or experiencing unusual allergy symptoms while indoors? These might be signs of black mold in air vents. In this article we explain what to look for and clarify some misperceptions about black mold.

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