Wisconsin Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program

Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Available Home Repair

About This Program

State program providing free lead hazard control for homes where a child with elevated blood lead levels resides. Services include testing, abatement, and follow-up. Priority given to homes built before 1978 with children under 6 years old.

Full cost of lead remediation covered when child has elevated blood lead

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Free lead hazard removal services
  • For homes with children with elevated blood lead
  • Priority for pre-1978 homes
  • Includes testing, abatement, follow-up
  • Available to homeowners and renters

How to Apply

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(608) 266-5817

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Your application paperwork

Wisconsin's Lead-Safe Homes Program makes pre-1978 homes lead-safe for children and pregnant women on Medicaid or BadgerCare Plus by removing lead hazards. For owner-occupants who qualify, the program covers 100 percent of the cost; renters pay nothing. You apply through the state Lead-Safe Homes Program.

Steps to apply

  1. Have young children in the home tested for lead by your doctor or local health department.
  2. Contact the program through the official page or your local health department (call 608-267-9191).
  3. Ask for a home lead inspection or risk assessment for your pre-1978 home, especially if a child has an elevated blood lead level.
  4. Work with the program on the lead hazard reduction or abatement steps it identifies; income-eligible families often pay nothing.
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Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own or rent and live in the home (typically built before 1978).
  • Information about any child under age 6 in the home, including blood lead test results if available.
  • Proof of household income (many programs are income-based).
  • A government-issued photo ID.
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Ongoing while funds available

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