LeadSafe Lookup

Lead-safe certificate rules in Surf City Borough

Rentals in Surf City Borough built before 1978 need a lead-safe certificate from a lead inspection, unless an exemption applies.

Surf City Borough uses a visual assessment: the inspector checks painted surfaces for peeling, chipping or flaking paint and visible dust or debris.

Inspection method
Visual assessment
Certificate lasts
3 years
Next inspection
When it runs out
Fee
Set by Surf City Borough, plus $20 per unit for the state

Check whether a specific property is covered or work out its next due date.

Getting the certificate in Surf City Borough

  1. Confirm the building was built before 1978 and no exemption applies.
  2. Book the inspection, either through Surf City Borough's own lead inspection program or with a certified lead evaluation firm you hire. If you hire a firm, it sends Surf City Borough a copy of any certificate it issues.
  3. If the inspector finds lead hazards, have them fixed (interim controls or abatement) and re-inspected.
  4. Keep the lead-safe certificate, report each tenant turnover to Surf City Borough, and book the next inspection before the certificate's three years run out.

We haven't reviewed Surf City Borough's own ordinance yet, so the town fee and booking steps above are the statewide rule. Ask Surf City Borough's code enforcement or construction office for its fee.

Certified inspectors near Surf City Borough

From NJ DCA's list of certified lead evaluation contractors (revised October 28, 2026). Firms travel, so ask whether they cover Surf City Borough.

Based in Ocean County

  • A & B Leadmasters, LLC732-901-0222Lakewood, NJ (Ocean County)
  • A J Environmental Services856-880-5323Lakewood, NJ (Ocean County)
  • A Matts Environmental, LLC848-373-8338Jackson, NJ (Ocean County)
  • Aaa Lead Professionals732-719-5649Lakewood, NJ (Ocean County)
  • Clearview Lead Inspections,LLC732-598-0472Lakewood, NJ (Ocean County)
  • Kb Environmental CORP.732-551-0708Toms River, NJ (Ocean County)
  • Mch Lead Inspections, LLC848-223-4404Lakewood, NJ (Ocean County)
  • Prof. Standards Home Insp.848-480-5945Brick, NJ (Ocean County)
  • Regal Home Inspections732-740-8365Brick, NJ (Ocean County)
  • Ryder Home Inspections, LLC732-995-5195Brick, NJ (Ocean County)

Based in neighbouring counties

  • Actlien Property Management215-939-1803Hainesport, NJ (Burlington County)
  • Ak Construction, INC609-377-0483Egg Harbor Twp., NJ (Atlantic County)
  • Atlas Technical Consultants609-386-8800Burlington, NJ (Burlington County)
  • Ds Environmental732-144-1701Manalapan, NJ (Monmouth County)
  • Dynamic Earth, LLC732-681-0760Lake Como, NJ (Monmouth County)
  • Environmental Tactics INC.732-290-2217Matawan, NJ (Monmouth County)

See all 187 certified firms.

Questions landlords ask

Do rentals in Surf City Borough, NJ need a lead-safe certificate?

Yes, if the rental was built before 1978 and no exemption applies. New Jersey's lead-safe law (P.L.2021, c.182) covers single-family, two-family and multi-unit rentals in every municipality, including Surf City Borough.

What kind of lead inspection does Surf City Borough use?

Surf City Borough uses a visual assessment: the inspector checks painted surfaces for peeling, chipping or flaking paint and visible dust or debris.

When is the lead inspection due in Surf City Borough?

The first inspection was due by July 22, 2024, or at an earlier tenant turnover. A lead-safe certificate is valid for three years (P.L.2024, c.74 raised it from two), and the next inspection is due when it runs out. A tenant turnover while the certificate is valid needs no new inspection.

How much does a lead-safe inspection cost in Surf City Borough?

Surf City Borough sets its own inspection fee, and the state adds $20 per unit. A private certified firm sets its own price.

Can I hire my own lead inspector in Surf City Borough?

Yes. New Jersey requires every town to let owners hire a certified lead evaluation contractor directly. NJ DCA lists 187 certified firms.

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