LCS Laboratory offers specialized chemical testing of construction materials, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. Those tests help the construction, demolition, and recycling industries identify hazardous substances that may pose risks to workers, building occupants, and the environment.
Why Chemical Testing Matters
Understanding the chemical composition of construction materials is essential for workplace safety, environmental stewardship, and adherence to local and national regulations. Recycled materials, in particular, may contain hidden contaminants that, if left undetected, can lead to health hazards such as respiratory issues, skin irritation, or long-term exposure risks like cancer. By testing these materials, you protect your employees, clients, and the environment, while ensuring that your projects meet health and safety standards.
Detailed Testing Services Offered
Roofing Materials
- Coal Tar: Detects the presence of carcinogenic coal tar residues.
- Polynuclear Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs): Identifies hazardous organic compounds that can pose significant health risks.
- Asbestos: Tests for this fibrous silicate mineral known for its health hazards.
Wood Beams and Panels
- Mould Presence: Identifies fungal contamination that can affect indoor air quality.
- Colophony (Wood Rosin): Detects allergens and irritants often present in treated wood products.
Attic and Wall Insulation
- Asbestos: Assesses insulation materials for asbestos contamination.
- Urea-Formaldehyde Foam Insulation (UFFI): Tests for this outdated insulation material known for formaldehyde emissions.
Paints
- Lead: Measures lead content to prevent toxic exposure.
- Heavy Metals: Identifies hazardous metals like cadmium and chromium.
Construction Dust and Debris
- PM10 Dust: Analyzes particulate matter that poses respiratory risks.
- PM10 Crystalline Silica: Detects respirable silica particles linked to silicosis and lung cancer.
- Total Crystalline Silica: Quantifies crystalline silica in samples.
- Lead Content: Measures lead levels in construction dust.
- Asbestos: Tests debris for asbestos contamination.
Partner with LCS Laboratory
If you have any questions or need assistance with shipping instructions, please contact us at LCS Laboratory. We also invite you to download our laboratory price list and access our request forms to get started. Ensure the safety and success of your construction projects with professional testing from LCS Laboratory ©
