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Regulations

New NYC Rule Allows Property Owners to Contest Certain Lead Paint Violations

January 22, 2026

NYC property owners can now contest certain lead-based paint violations using independent paint chip testing and lab results. Learn what changed, what documentation is required, and how UNYSE can help with EPA-certified paint sampling and analysis.
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  • Asbestos Safety
Asbestos Safety

Asbestos Testing Cost in 2026

February 6, 2026

What does asbestos testing cost in 2026? See the biggest pricing drivers (property type, material count, turnaround time) and how to budget without surprises.
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Asbestos Safety

Asbestos Test Results: How to Read Your Report and What to Do Next

January 20, 2026

Got a lab report and don’t know what it means? Learn the key terms, how results are typically presented, and what next steps to take if asbestos is detected.
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  • Lead Safety
Lead Safety

Lead Testing in NYC: Types, Requirements, and How to Get Your Property Tested

January 22, 2026

Not sure which type of lead testing you need? Learn the main testing options in NYC, when each is required, and how to schedule certified testing the right way.
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  • Blog
Lead Safety

Asbestos Testing in New York State: Requirements, Process, and What Property Owners Need to Know

January 22, 2026

ou need asbestos testing for a property in New York. Maybe you’re renovating a building in Buffalo, demolishing a structure in Albany, or selling a property in Rochester.
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  • Lead Safety
Lead Safety

XRF Testing in NYC: Where to Get It, What It Costs, and How to Schedule

January 22, 2026

Looking for XRF testing in NYC? Here’s what it is, typical cost factors, what a site visit looks like, and how to schedule without delays or re-inspections.
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  • Blog
Regulations

NYC Local Law 31 Inspection: How to Prepare, What to Expect, and What Comes Next

January 22, 2026

Get ready for your Local Law 31 inspection with a clear prep checklist, what inspectors typically look for, and the next steps you’ll need to stay compliant after the visit.
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  • Asbestos Safety
Asbestos Safety

Air Sampling for Asbestos: What It Measures, When You Need It, and How It Works

January 13, 2026

Learn what asbestos air sampling measures, common scenarios where it’s needed (including clearance), and how results help confirm a space is safe to re-occupy.
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  • Regulations
Regulations

Asbestos Testing in NYC: Requirements, Process, and How to Get It Done Fast

January 12, 2026

NYC timelines are tight. This guide explains when asbestos testing is typically required, what to expect from sampling to lab results, and how to keep projects moving
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  • Regulations
Regulations

Local Law 31 in NYC: The Complete 2026 Compliance Guide for Property Owners

January 22, 2026

A landlord-friendly 2026 guide to Local Law 31: who must comply, what testing/inspections are required, how documentation works, and how to avoid common violations.
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  • Lead Safety
Lead Safety

XRF Lead Testing: How It Works, What It Costs, and When You Need It

January 22, 2026

Understand how XRF detects lead-based paint, what impacts pricing, and the situations where XRF is the smartest (or required) path for compliance.
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  • Lead Safety
Lead Safety

NYC Lead Paint Laws: Landlord Compliance Guide 2025

November 25, 2025

Confused by NYC’s updated lead paint rules? This 2025 guide breaks down HPD and DOHMH requirements, deadlines, penalties, and what landlords must do now to stay compliant and avoid costly fines.
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