Home Inspection & Lead Paint/Radon

[Eric Swope]

Hello BP,

I am a new investor starting out in the Pittsburgh area and I have an off-market duplex I am getting under contract this month. I would like suggestions on lead paint and radon inspections. The property was built in 1978 and is located near New Stanton, PA off of 119. 

Do you recommend that I sub out a radon test and a lead paint inspection since the property is built right around the EPA 1978 limit? Or, buy a radon test kit and do it myself.

Also, does anyone have a good referral for a home inspection in Westmoreland County?

As a soon to be college graduate, this is my first real estate transaction and will be a "house-hack." I will be using a FHA loan as well.

Thank you,

Eric