About us

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)

Lead Painting Testing & Analysis Services Include:
Sampling

Residential and commercial paint chip testing (on-site)
State-of-the-art XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) detection
Lead (Pb) testing in air, water and soil
Lead (Pb) wipe sampling on toys, artwork, glass, and other items.

Certifications & Credentials Include:

-The American Council for Accredited Certification(formerly the American IAQC)-
-The Indoor Air Quality Association, Inc.-
-American Conference Of Governmental Industrial Hygienists-
-Association of Professional Industrial Hygienists-
-Massachusetts Division of Occupational Safety-
-Massachusetts Water Resources Authority-