Lead Inspection Services in Maine
HarborLight provides Maine DEP-compliant lead inspections for homebuyers, landlords, and real estate professionals across Southern Maine.
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XRF Lead Paint Testing (Viken Pb200e)
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Limited Lead-Safe Certificates (LLSC)
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Real Estate & Insurance Inspections
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24–48 Hour Turnaround
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Maine DEP Compliant Reports
Serving Portland, South Portland, Scarborough, Biddeford, Saco & Southern Maine
Trusted by Maine realtors, investors, and property owners
👉 Learn more about our Lead Safe Certificates
We had Mike come and inspect our house for lead. He came over at my first availability and went through my house very thoroughly! I highly recommend HarborLight for all of your inspection needs! They are incredibly knowledgeable, professional and helpful.
Jonathan C.
I highly recommend Mike and HarborLight Property Inspections. I have high standards and seek quality service. This means that I have high expectations for a company being responsive, providing timely and effective communication, understanding and placing the client's needs first. Mike exceeded my expectations on all fronts. It feels that there are fewer and fewer companies and business owners today that hold themselves to a high standard. I'm glad to say that Mike and HarborLight Property Inspections is bucking that trend.
Robert L.
Michael was very friendly and professional. It was evident that he invests in modern solutions to meet the times and make quick work of his inspections. Without a doubt, I'll be calling on Michael and his team in the future.
Jared S.
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Maine DEP Licensed Lead Consultant (#LO-0020)
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Maine DEP Certified Lead Inspector (#LI-0526)
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EPA RRP Certified Renovator (#R-I-T22351326-00012)
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IAC2 Certified Indoor Air Consultant (IAC2-94725)
Maine's Lead Inspection & Lead Safe Certificate Experts
Certified XRF Lead Inspections for Pre-1978 Homes Across Southern Maine
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Cumberland County
York County
Androscoggin County
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Lead Hazards in Maine Homes (What You Need to Know)
Most homes built before 1978 in Maine may contain lead-based paint. Here’s how to protect your property and your family.
Lead-based paint, dust, and debris are common in older Maine homes, especially in Portland, Biddeford, and surrounding areas.
If disturbed during renovations or normal wear, lead dust can become a serious health risk - particularly for children and pregnant women.
The best way to know if your home has lead hazards is through a certified XRF lead inspection.
HarborLight Property Inspections provides certified lead inspections across Southern Maine, specializing in pre-1978 homes where lead-based paint hazards are most common.
We are Maine DEP Licensed Lead Inspectors (License #LO-0020), providing XRF lead paint testing, limited lead-safe certificates (LLSC), and compliance inspections for real estate transactions, insurance requirements, and property owners.
Our inspections go beyond basic testing—we apply building science and real-world experience to identify lead hazards, interpret results, and provide clear next steps.
From Portland to Biddeford and across Southern Maine, we help homeowners, landlords, and investors make informed, confident decisions.
About Maine’s Lead Inspection Experts
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XRF Lead Paint Testing using a calibrated, non-destructive analyzer (Viken Pb200e)
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Component-Specific Results documented by location and substrate
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Clear Interpretation of Findings in accordance with Maine DEP and EPA standards
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EPA-Compliant Dust Wipe Sampling (floors, window sills, and troughs)
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Accredited Laboratory Analysis for defensible, court-ready results
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Limited Lead-Safe Certificates (LLSC) issued for qualifying components
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Full Compliance with Maine DEP Chapter 424
👉 Results delivered within 24–48 hours to support real estate transactions, insurance requirements, and property decisions.
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Michael Marquis is a Maine DEP Licensed Lead Inspector specializing in XRF lead paint inspections for pre-1978 homes across Southern Maine.
With a background in real estate, property management, and environmental inspections, Michael brings a unique, building science–driven approach to identifying lead hazards and helping clients navigate compliance, insurance, and real estate requirements.
Certifications & Licenses:
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Maine DEP Licensed Lead Inspector
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Maine DEP Licensed Asbestos Inspector
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EPA Certified Renovator (RRP)
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InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)
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CCPIA Certified Commercial Property Inspector
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IAC2 Certified Indoor Air Consultant
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Maine-Licensed Associate Broker
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Accredited Residential Manager (ARM)
Michael’s inspections go beyond basic testing combining environmental expertise with real-world property experience to deliver clear, actionable results that stand up to Maine DEP standards, real estate transactions, and insurance requirements.
Serving Portland, South Portland, Scarborough, Biddeford, and Southern Maine communities with older pre-1978 housing.
Contact us by phone or online to discuss your property, project needs, and schedule a convenient inspection time.
A Maine DEP-licensed inspector will conduct a thorough evaluation to issue a Lead Safe Certificate, including visual inspection, dust wipe sampling, and XRF testing.
Receive Your Report
You'll receive a detailed, DEP-compliant inspection report with lab results (if applicable) and recommendations for next steps.