Disclaimer

What Abatewell is — and what it is not

Abatewell is a FREE matching and directory service for people in the United States who need help finding lead paint or asbestos testing and abatement professionals. We try to make it easier to connect with licensed, certified providers near you, including for people who prefer a language other than English.

Abatewell is not a contractor, testing laboratory, inspector, abatement company, insurance company, law firm, doctor, or government agency. We do not perform inspections, collect samples, test materials, remove hazards, supervise work, give legal advice, give regulatory advice, or give medical advice.

Any information on this website is general educational information only. It is not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional, your state or local authority, or a medical provider.

Important safety reminder

If you suspect lead paint or asbestos, the safest first step in most cases is: do not disturb it. Do not sand, scrape, cut, drill, break, or demolish suspected material before it has been evaluated and, when needed, tested by a certified professional.

Keep children, pregnant people, pets, and anyone else away from the area until you understand what the material is. If you are worried about possible lead exposure, especially for a child, contact a doctor or your local health department.

Abatewell does not tell people to remove suspected lead paint or asbestos themselves. These materials can become much more dangerous when disturbed.

No guarantees, endorsements, or professional advice

When Abatewell shows a provider, sends an inquiry, or helps you connect with a company, that does not mean we are guaranteeing that company, endorsing its work, or promising any result. We do not promise that a provider is available, the right fit for your job, the lowest price, or successful in every case.

You are responsible for choosing who to hire and for verifying that provider's qualifications yourself. Before any work starts, confirm the company's current license or certification, insurance, scope of work, and whether it can legally perform the specific service in your state and locality.

Lead and asbestos work is heavily regulated. If paint may be disturbed in a pre-1978 home, ask about EPA Lead RRP certification. For asbestos work, ask about your state's asbestos licensing requirements. Also ask how the company will handle containment, worker protection, accredited lab testing when needed, and legal disposal of waste.

Costs, estimates, and project information

Any cost information on Abatewell is general and educational only. It is not a quote, bid, or promise. Real pricing depends on the material, how much there is, where it is located, access to the area, your state and city, testing needs, containment requirements, labor, and disposal rules.

A small inspection or sample test may cost much less than a full abatement project, while larger or more complex jobs can cost much more. The only reliable price is a written estimate from a properly licensed or certified professional who understands your specific situation.

We cannot guarantee timelines either. Scheduling, lab turnaround, permitting, containment setup, and disposal rules vary by state, locality, and project type.

What information we collect

To help with matching, we collect basic contact and project-intent information only, such as your name, phone number, optional email address, concern type, ZIP code, rough home age, and preferred language.

We do not ask for financial account numbers, Social Security numbers, immigration status, or sensitive personal records as part of normal matching. For more detail about how information is handled, please see our Privacy Policy.

If you have a question about this page or need help using the service, you can reach out through Contact.

Your responsibility before hiring anyone

Before you sign anything or allow work to begin, protect yourself:

1. Verify the company's license, certification, and insurance yourself with the appropriate state agency, EPA records, or other official source.
2. Ask for the scope of work in writing, including testing, containment, cleanup, and disposal.
3. Ask which accredited laboratory will be used if samples are taken.
4. Do not hire anyone who says they will "just scrape" or sand off suspected lead paint or remove asbestos without proper controls.
5. Be careful with red flags: no license, no containment plan, cash-only demands, scare tactics, or pressure to sign immediately.

Abatewell is not responsible for the acts, errors, omissions, availability, pricing, statements, or services of independent third-party providers. Your use of any provider found through our service is your own decision.