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Top Ten Things you should know about Lead-Based Paint Top 10 10. If you live in a home built before 1978, it may contain Lead-based paint. 9. Sellers of homes, landlords and realtors are required to disclose the presence of lead paint during the sale or rental of housing. 8. The only way to be sure if paint does not contain lead is to have it tested. 7. Doors and windows are considered high risk areas for lead exposure. 6. Lead paint in good condition is usually not a hazard. 5. Home renovations can disturb lead paint and create a hazard for the entire family. 4. Each spring remove paint chips from window sills with a wet rag to reduce your child’s exposure to lead. 3. All children should be tested for lead exposure age 1 and again at age 2. 2.lead exposure can harm young children and babies even before they are born. 1.You can prevent lead poisoning For more information on lead-based paint contact the Cortland County Health Department at 753-5035.