XRF Lead Paint Surveys & Testing in Commercial Property

Commercial Property Lead Paint Survey

EnviroHive are members of FOLPA – The Fellowship of Lead Paint Assessors and we provide lead paint surveys, lead paint tests & assessments within commercial and industrial premises.  Lead paint can be present to many of the same features found within residential property but particularly to metal elements such as roof trusses, RSJ’s, metal windows, balconies, cladding and sheet materials.

The Importance of XRF Lead Paint Surveys in Commercial Properties
Renovations, refurbishments, or strip-outs in commercial properties require careful planning, especially for external elevations such as brickwork, windows, rainwater goods, shutters, and other timber or metal features. Before commencing work, it is essential to conduct an XRF lead paint survey & testing in commercial properties to determine whether lead paint is present and to what extent. Identifying and addressing lead paint coatings ensures the safety of workers and occupants while meeting regulatory requirements.

When lead paint is detected, these hazardous coatings can be safely removed, and waste materials, including shot media, can be disposed of responsibly. This process allows renovations to proceed without compromising health and safety standards.

The Benefits of XRF Lead Paint Testing for Commercial Properties
EnviroHive uses XRF lead paint testing to provide fast, accurate, and non-destructive analysis directly on-site. Results are delivered within hours, offering a significant advantage over traditional lab-based methods, which involve taking physical samples and waiting days for analysis.

This cutting-edge technology eliminates the delays associated with traditional methods, allowing for immediate decision-making and project continuity. Unlike unreliable swab or bud tests, often sold online and prone to false positives or negatives, XRF testing offers precise and trustworthy results, making it the gold standard for lead paint surveys in commercial properties.

Who Benefits from XRF Lead Paint Testing in Commercial Properties?
XRF lead paint surveys & testing in commercial properties are invaluable for a wide range of professionals involved in property management and renovation, including:

• Architects
• Principal Contractors
• CDM Principal Designers
• Main Clients
• Quantity Surveyors
• Project Managers

These professionals rely on XRF testing to ensure accurate lead paint identification, enabling them to plan and execute their projects safely and efficiently.

Ongoing Property Management with XRF Lead Paint Surveys
In addition to pre-renovation assessments, XRF lead paint surveys play a critical role in managing occupied or trading commercial properties. Lead paint testing assesses whether coatings are in satisfactory condition or pose risks to occupants.

Following a survey, a comprehensive lead paint register can be produced, detailing the location, extent, and condition of lead-based coatings. This document supports ongoing property management, forming the foundation of a health and safety-compliant plan for maintenance, upgrades, or renovations.

Why Choose EnviroHive for XRF Lead Paint Surveys in Commercial Properties?
EnviroHive offers industry-leading expertise in XRF lead paint survey & testing for commercial properties. Our services provide fast, accurate, and reliable results, enabling you to proceed confidently with your projects. Unlike outdated or inaccurate methods, our XRF testing ensures compliance with health and safety regulations while minimizing downtime and disruption.

By choosing EnviroHive, you’ll benefit from:

• Non-destructive, onsite testing with immediate results
• Expert interpretation and actionable recommendations
• Comprehensive lead paint registers for ongoing management

Contact EnviroHive Today
For accurate and efficient XRF lead paint survey & testing in commercial properties, trust EnviroHive to deliver the results you need. Ensure safety, compliance, and project efficiency—contact us today to schedule your survey

ults returned in a matter of hours. This type of testing has many advantages over the traditional method of taking samples whereby these samples are sent to a laboratory for analysis which typical takes a number of days for the samples to be dissolved and analysed. XRF testing removes the need for lengthy laboratory testing and the downtime that accompanies it. This method represents the cutting edge of environmental testing technology and is vastly superior to the outdated practice of physically removing paint flakes from surfaces. It should not be mistaken for swab or bud tests, commonly available from online retailers, which change color and often produce unreliable results, including false positives and negatives.

Our XRF onsite testing will be of particular interest to those with onsite works such as:

• Architects
• Principle Contractors
• CDM Principle designers
• Main Client
• Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers

Lead Paint surveys are also an important tool when managing properties that are occupied or trading as part of assessing what lead paint coatings are present within a building and whether these are in a satisfactory condition or likely to be presenting a risk to the occupants. A lead paint register can be produced following a survey with XRF testing in order to document the location, extent & condition of these coatings to form an ongoing management plan in line with other Health & Safety requirements and and planned maintenance, upgrade or renovations.