Business Details
38 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Environmental Testing Services in Houston, TX
A&B Labs has been a trusted leader in environmental testing since 1988, providing reliable analytical services to industrial clients, engineering firms, consultants, and government agencies. As part of the AmSpec Group, we combine over 35 years of laboratory operations with cutting-edge technology to deliver accurate, legally defensible data. Our Houston-based headquarters and service centers in Louisiana, Arizona, and Texas ensure comprehensive support for clients nationwide. We specialize in environmental, microbiology, and industrial hygiene testing, adhering to strict regulatory standards and accreditations. Our team of certified experts is committed to technical excellence, ethical practices, and exceptional customer service.We follow methodologies from the EPA, NIOSH, and ASTM to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Our quality assurance programs guarantee traceable, verifiable results that meet the highest industry benchmarks. Clients rely on our expertise for drinking water analysis, hazardous waste characterization, and air quality testing. We invest in continuous improvement to maintain our position as one of the most accredited environmental labs in the U.S. Our mission is to empower clients with data-driven solutions while upholding environmental stewardship and public health.
Services
Environmental Testing
Microbiology Analysis
Organics Testing
Metals Analysis
Hazardous Waste Characterization
Drinking Water Testing
Air Quality Testing
Industrial Hygiene Services
Food Industry Testing
Asbestos Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of laboratory operations with AmSpec Group expertise.
- Our ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation ensures globally recognized quality standards.
- We provide 24/7 emergency testing services with rapid turnaround options.
- Our patented TCLP extraction methodology meets hazardous waste compliance needs.
- We guarantee traceable, legally defensible data for regulatory submissions.
Associations and certifications
- ISO/IEC 17025:2017
- CDC Legionella Certificate
- DoD ELAP
- LELAP Houston
- NELAP Texas
- NVLAP
- TCEQ Approved Drinking Water Lab
- ADHS Environmental Lab License
- Oklahoma DEQ NELAP
- AIHA LAP, LLC EMLAP
- AIHA LAP, LLC IH Asbestos Consultant Agency
Services
Environmental Testing
We analyze environmental samples for contaminants in air, water, and soil matrices. Our services include hazardous waste characterization, drinking water compliance testing, and industrial hygiene assessments. Clients receive detailed reports meeting EPA and state regulatory requirements.
Microbiology Testing
Our lab detects microbial organisms in drinking water, wastewater, and air samples. We perform coliform testing, Legionella analysis, and industrial water quality assessments using APHA standard methods. Results support public health compliance and remediation efforts.
Organics Testing
We identify volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds in environmental samples. Our GCMS and HPLC instrumentation detects pesticides, PCBs, and PFAS contaminants. Clients receive precise quantification for regulatory reporting and site remediation.
Metals Testing
Our ICP-MS and CVAFS instruments detect trace metals in water, soil, and industrial samples. We analyze for RCRA metals, TX335 compounds, and priority pollutants. Results support environmental compliance and occupational safety programs.
Hazardous Waste Characterization
We determine hazardous waste classifications using TCLP and SPLP methods. Our testing identifies ignitability, corrosivity, and toxicity characteristics. Clients receive documentation for proper disposal and regulatory compliance.
Questions
Where is your laboratory located?
Our headquarters are at 10100 East Freeway, Houston, TX 77029, with labs in Baton Rouge, Tempe, and Nederland.
What are your business hours?
Monday-Friday 7 AM-6 PM, Saturday 10 AM-2 PM for sample receiving, Sunday closed.
Do you provide sample pickup services?
Yes, in Houston, Baton Rouge, Tempe, and surrounding areas. Contact your project manager for details.
What is your standard turnaround time?
Most tests take 5-7 business days. Rush options available with surcharges.
How do rush charges work?
Surcharge percentages apply based on required turnaround: 100% for 1 day, 75% for 2 days, 50% for 3 days, 25% for 4 days.
Do you provide sample media?
Yes, with 5-day notice. Includes filters, sorbent tubes, and chain-of-custody forms at cost plus surcharge.
Reviews (5)
Danielle C.
Jan 21, 2022
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Unprofessional and disorganized. Nobody ever seems to know what's going on. Lady that answers the phone is rude and inattentive. Only used them for one job, if I need a lab service again I will happily find another.
Randy Pettiette
Aug 30, 2021
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The building is filthy. It's nasty, dirty. The air is unhealthy. A perfect example of sick building syndrome. Carpet stains every where. Ceiling tiles stains, walls..
Gerry H.
Jul 22, 2021
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Helpful courteous lab guys... a place where they get to know your name. Very helpful up and down the chain of command
Robert Gant
Feb 04, 2021
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They take your money , provide you a report you don't understand,
Then dump you .
Waited 4 weeks for an interpretation of the Lab results
Willing to pay more . sad.
Then dump you .
Waited 4 weeks for an interpretation of the Lab results
Willing to pay more . sad.
Michael Kuznetz
Aug 02, 2019
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I have contracted this lab and find them useless . They were tasked with a certain task which they could not deliver due to the lack of relevant equipment and/or procedures. I don't recommend them unless there is a need for routine mold or asbestos sampling.
