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Michael Marquis
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Michael is a Licensed Lead and Asbestos Inspector in Maine and Owner of HarborLight Property Inspections and HarborLight Property Management. With a background in residential property management, he founded HarborLight Property Inspections to protect families from hazards like lead, asbestos, and radon. He combines hands-on experience with a passion for creating healthier homes and safer indoor environments throughout Southern Maine.
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Jul 24, 2026 ∙ 4 min
Lead Inspection Maine: What an XRF Inspection Revealed in an 1864 Home
Discover how a Maine DEP-certified XRF lead inspection uncovered widespread lead-based paint in an 1864 Portland home before renovation began. Learn why deteriorated windows—not just high lead readings—posed the greatest risk, and how professional lead inspections help Maine homeowners, buyers, and property managers make safer renovation decisions before creating hazardous lead dust.
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Feb 23, 2026 ∙ 4 min
“Unknown” Isn’t Neutral: The Most Expensive Word in Maine Real Estate
In Maine real estate, ‘unknown’ isn’t neutral - it’s expensive. From failed insurance binders to delayed closings and surprise renovation costs, undisclosed environmental hazards like lead can quietly derail a deal. This article breaks down why clarity matters, how Lead Safe Certificates reduce risk, and why proactive inspections protect buyers, sellers, and agents alike in Maine’s older housing stock.
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Dec 15, 2025 ∙ 5 min
Indoor Environmental Risk in Cold-Climate Buildings
Lead exposure in older buildings isn’t just about paint—it’s a building science issue. This article explains how dust, airflow, moisture, and renovation activities in cold-climate homes contribute to lead risk, and what owners, property managers, and investors can do to reduce exposure and meet Maine lead safety standards.
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