# Building age asbestos and lead checker

Building age helps frame questions. It cannot identify asbestos or prove paint is lead-free. This checker separates the US pre-1978 RRP boundary from Canadian project checks.

Use the tool on the [web page](https://abatement.fyi/tools/building-age-risk-checker). It works without JavaScript.

## How to use it

1. Choose project country.
2. Choose building age evidence.
3. Choose will work disturb building material or paint?.
4. Read the result.

## How it works

US boundary: EPA, Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program, accessed 2026-11-10: https://www.epa.gov/lead/renovation-repair-and-painting-program . The rule covers firms and covered paid work, with exceptions and authorized state or Tribal programmes.

Asbestos has no safe building-age cutoff in this checker. EPA home guidance, accessed 2026-11-10: https://www.epa.gov/asbestos/protect-your-family-exposures-asbestos . Washington L&I inspection guidance, accessed 2026-11-10: https://www.lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/other-licenses-permits/asbestos-certification/

Canada: Health Canada, Asbestos and your health, accessed 2026-11-10: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/air-quality/indoor-air-contaminants/health-risks-asbestos.html . WorkSafeBC, Asbestos, accessed 2026-11-10: https://www.worksafebc.com/en/health-safety/hazards-exposures/asbestos

> Planning aid only. This is not a material test, a permit decision, health advice or legal advice. Confirm requirements with the responsible authority.

## Questions

### Does a newer building pass an asbestos test?

No. This checker does not test material or issue a safe result. Ask an inspector to assess the materials that will be disturbed.