Welcome to A & B Labs
Since 1988, we have provided reliable analytical testing services to industrial
clients, engineering firms, consultants, government agencies and many more.
Since 1988, we have provided reliable analytical testing services to industrial clients, engineering firms, consultants, government agencies and many more.
Analytical Services
Who We Are
One stop Analytical testing Services
A&B Labs is one of the most accredited independently owned environmental testing laboratories in the U.S. Our corporate laboratory is located in Houston, TX, and supports our service centers and other dedicated laboratories in the following locations
- Harlingen (South TX)
- Nederland (TX Golden Triangle)
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Tempe, AZ
We have over 3 decades of experience providing exceptional quality environmental services to clients in diverse industries, including chemical manufacturing, consulting and engineering firms, energy, pulp and paper, food manufacturing, petroleum refining, and local, state, and federal agencies.
Small Business / Diversity Certifications
Small Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (SDBE)
Industries We Serve
Industries We Serve
Chemical
Construction
Maritime
Energy
Engineering
Firms
Environmental
Consultants
Federal, State and
Local Agencies
Food &
Beverage
Emergency
Response
School Districts
Utilities
Many additional
Industries
Emergency
Response
School Districts
Utilities
Many additional
Industries
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A&B Labs’corporate office is located at 10100 East Freeway, Suite 100, Houston, Texas, and service center locations are in Harlingen (South TX), Euless (North TX), Nederland (TX Golden Triangle), and Baton Rouge, LA. Based on our accreditations, we serve clients throughout the United States. Please view our contact us page for the complete addresses of our service centers.
| Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed (Please call 713-453-6060 if Saturday testing is needed.) |
| Sunday | Closed |
| After-hours / Emergency Testing | Please call 713-453-6060 if emergency testing is needed after normal business hours or during holidays |
Please contact your Project Manager at (713) 453-6060 or info@ablabs.com to schedule sample pick-up and courier services in Houston and the surrounding areas: Bay City, Bloomington, Brazoria, Freeport, Ganado, Lake Jackson, Palacios, Port Lavaca, Port Comfort, Victoria, and Wadsworth. Sample pick-up and courier services are also available in the areas near our service center locations in Harlingen and Corpus Christi (South TX), Euless (North TX), Nederland (TX Golden Triangle), Corpus Christi (South TX), and Baton Rouge, LA. Additional locations may be available; please contact your Project Manager to learn more
Our standard TAT is seven business days or later for most tests. Rush charges may apply for test results needed in less than seven business days. A&B Labs will provide the TAT on each quote.
Rush charges may apply to the tests if needed and/or specified. Rush charges will only apply to those tests in which rushing the sample testing implies an actual cost.
1 BUSINESS DAY TURNAROUND TIME = 100% SURCHARGE (When applicable)
2 BUSINESS DAY TURNAROUND TIME = 75% SURCHARGE (When applicable)
3 BUSINESS DAY TURNAROUND TIME = 50% SURCHARGE (When applicable)
4 BUSINESS DAY TURNAROUND TIME = 25% SURCHARGE (When applicable)
Sample matrix may affect feasible turnaround time
Note for Asbestos: A prep charge fee will be incurred if the samples are prepped but cannot be analyzed due to step rules for overloading. Bulk PLM that requires a separate report and analysis for individual layers will be charged accordingly per layer.
A&B Labs will pay for the outgoing sample kit shipment costs if the kit order is received five business days in advance using the most cost-effective means of shipping available (Examples: UPS Ground Service, FedEx Ground, FedEx Express 3 Day, etc….). For International shipping, the client is responsible for shipping costs outbound and inbound.
A&B Labs can provide sample media (at cost with a surcharge) provided the laboratory is given at least 5 days’ notice. Routine kits include PVC filters, MCE filters, sorbent tubes, chain of custody forms, and Federal Express return shipment forms with A&B Labs’ ID number. Other media, pumps, and related equipment are available at additional charges. All sample media will be charged to the client immediately after the media kit is ordered or given to the client.
