Support 
Request Testing
Environmental
Laboratory & Testing in Merrillville, IN
Your project in Merrillville deserves dependable laboratory support. Microbac Laboratories provides comprehensive testing services for water, soil, air, and other environmental samples, delivering accurate results that help you achieve compliance and move your project forward with confidence.
Analyte Testing Services
Comprehensive Analyte Testing Solutions
Dissolved Gases
Wet Chemistry / Inorganic Analysis
Individual Metals by ICP/MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry) EPA 6020/6020A / 200.8
Individual Metals by ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma) EPA 6010B, C / 200.7
Compliance Testing
Microbac Laboratories offers accurate compliance testing services to help organizations meet environmental regulations, industry standards, and health requirements. We support responsible environmental practices and help our clients stay compliant through dependable laboratory analyses and quality-focused testing procedures.
Investigation & Specialty Testing
Microbac Laboratories offers advanced specialty testing services for environmental projects involving unique analytical challenges. Whether it’s Legionella testing, bioassays, or radiochemical analysis, we provide reliable scientific data that supports sound environmental decision making and regulatory confidence.
Popular Compliance Mandates
UCMR 5 Program
Microbac Laboratories employs a consultative approach to deliver a wide range of solutions to meet your water testing priorities.
Lead Testing
Here at Microbac Laboratories, our team of qualified professionals make the health and safety of your drinking water our top priority with our lead and copper testing.
Industries We Serve in Merrillville, IN
Microbac Laboratories provides reliable environmental testing services for organizations across Merrillville, serving industries ranging from manufacturing and energy to municipal water systems and government agencies. Our experienced laboratory professionals deliver accurate testing and trusted expertise to help meet your compliance, safety, and environmental objectives.
Contact Us
Take the next step with confidence by contacting Microbac Laboratories for your environmental testing needs. Our experienced professionals are ready to answer your questions, recommend the most appropriate analytical services, and deliver precise, dependable testing solutions that support your compliance objectives and long term operational success.
Frequently Asked Questions
-
What types of environmental testing does Microbac Laboratories offer?
Microbac Laboratories provides complete analytical testing services to support environmental projects in the water, soil, air, and waste categories. Our laboratory offers routine compliance testing and specialized environmental investigations for drinking water, wastewater, ground and surface water, PFAS, Legionella, radiochemicals, speciated metals and many other contaminants. We also help clients choose the analytical methods that are appropriate to project objectives, regulatory requirements, and environmental conditions.
-
How do I know which tests my facility in Merrillville is required to perform?
The environmental testing requirements are driven by the operations of your facility, permit conditions, industry regulations and governing agencies. Compliance obligations can be very technical, so our experts work with clients to review applicable requirements and recommend testing programs that meet environmental regulations and support efficient operational compliance. We want to make it as easy as possible and offer good technical guidance from the start.
-
What is PFAS, and why should my organization be concerned?
PFAS, or per and polyfluoroalkyl substances, is a class of long lasting synthetic chemicals that have come under increasing regulation due to their persistence in the environment and potential effects on human health. Increasing testing responsibility falls on both public agencies and private organizations. Microbac Laboratories offers full-scope PFAS testing to help clients identify potential contamination and prepare for present and future regulatory requirements.
-
How does lead and copper testing work?
Our lead and copper testing program uses EPA established procedures for collecting representative water samples from designated locations for laboratory analysis. During the project, our staff provides technical guidance on sampling requirements, laboratory processing, quality assurance, and interpretation of analytical results. Many projects have completed laboratory reports within 24 to 48 hours depending on testing schedules.
-
Does Microbac Laboratories offer field sampling services?
Yes. The customer who prefers experienced personnel to collect environmental samples on site, can also take advantage of professional field sampling. Our field technicians follow standardized collection procedures to ensure proper chain of custody and sample integrity during transportation and laboratory analysis. Large environmental investigations or projects involving multiple environmental media are particularly well-suited for these services.
-
Why should I choose Microbac Laboratories for my environmental testing needs?
Microbac Laboratories provides scientifically sound laboratory services, supported by knowledgeable staff and responsive customer service. We understand that environmental testing is a critical component of regulatory compliance, environmental protection and operational decision making. Our clients can approach projects, from routine monitoring to highly specialized environmental investigations, with confidence, thanks to our technical expertise and proven analytical quality.