Lead Abatement NYC: Costs, Process & Timeline
Lead abatement in NYC costs $300–$800 per component or $500–$1,500 per room, and involves the professional removal or encapsulation of lead-based paint by an EPA-certified contractor. DeLead NYC provides full-service lead abatement across all five boroughs, including emergency same-day response for HPD Class C violations.
Lead abatement means getting rid of lead paint safely. A certified crew seals off the area, removes or covers the lead paint, cleans everything thoroughly, and then tests to make sure the space is safe. It typically takes 1–5 days depending on how many rooms need work.
DeLead NYC performs a free on-site evaluation. We measure the scope — how many components have lead, their condition, and accessibility. You receive a written estimate within 24 hours.
Our EPA-certified crew seals the work area with plastic sheeting and sets up HEPA air filtration. This prevents lead dust from spreading to other rooms or units.
Using wet scraping, chemical stripping, or component replacement, we remove lead paint from all affected surfaces. All work follows EPA RRP and OSHA lead standards.
The entire work area is HEPA vacuumed and wet-cleaned. All lead waste is bagged, labeled, and disposed of at licensed facilities.
A third-party inspector performs dust wipe testing on all surfaces. Lead levels must be below EPA clearance standards before the space is released.
DeLead NYC files the AF-5 Affidavit of Compliance with HPD on your behalf. You receive all documentation for your records.