Massachusetts asbestos, environmental, mold and water services, Hub Testing Laboratory, Inc. has been a family-owned independent consulting firm and materials testing laboratory since 1941. Hub Testing Laboratory is dedicated to serving the survey and testing needs of industries, municipalities, universities, both the private and the public sectors in the New England region, as well as nationwide. We offer a wide array of sampling and analytical testing services to support environmental investigations focused on asbestos, microbiology, lead paint, environmental chemistry, indoor air quality, and industrial hygiene.To provide consistently reliable data, QA/QC standards adherent to good laboratory practices, and organized operational processes are practiced in-house. Environmental testing services include; asbestos testing and consulting, AHERA asbestos management, Mold testing and consulting, water testing services and indoor air quality conulting & analysis. Asbestos Testing & Consulting Services Include: AHERA compliance for schools 2-Hour AHERA (Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act) training Asbestos surveys and inspections Air and bulk sampling of residential, governmental, and commercial buildings Abatement/Remediation design including specification and plans Project monitoring Exposure assessment and monitoring Analysis- Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM) Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM) Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) Mold Testing & Consulting Services Include: Microbial/mold investigations HVAC inspections Survey and diagnosis of IAQ problems Analysis- Bulk, air, in-wall analysis (WallChek®, or similar method), swab, and lift sampling Dust mites, pet dander, particulates and allergens testing Water Testing Services Include: MWRA compliance EPA Drinking water regulations Homeowner/residential concerns Analysis- Pool water scans Bacteria Metals Volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds Fats, oils, & grease PCB's, pesticides & herbicides Indoor Air Quality Services Include: Survey & Diagnosis of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) concerns Investigation of ventilation and HVAC issues Moisture infiltration investigation Sampling- Air, bulk, & lift sampling Mold and bacteria (viable and non-viable) Organic and inorganic parameters Pesticides, herbicides, metals Radon Formaldehyde (UFFI insulation)