Our Mission
Dedicated to Environmental Science,
Committed to Our Customers
Established in 1982, Teklab is a premier full-service environmental laboratory providing comprehensive testing services across the Midwest and beyond.
From humble beginnings, we have worked diligently to earn our reputation as the leading testing laboratory in the Midwest. Our team takes immense pride in this hard-earned recognition for quality.
We have relied solely on hard work, motivation, and innovation to establish ourselves as a respected presence in the environmental testing and analytical industry.
Fueled by passion for progress, Teklab focuses heavily on advancing and refining our analytical processes. We continually evolve our methods to deliver results with greater efficiency, providing our clients with exceptional value and service.
By consistently placing people before profits and striving to operate as an altruistic company, Teklab has cultivated a loyal and ever-growing client base.
To us, our clients are like family—returning for the reliability of an industry leader paired with the personal touch of a trusted partner.
As stewards of environmental science, we embody analytics as a discipline, employing practical techniques to tackle challenges inherent to high-production laboratories.
By streamlining our sample preparation procedures and integrating robust quality control measures, we have significantly accelerated our analytical processes, optimizing overall performance and instrumentation calibration.
Our approach to people is simple: respect and treat everyone like family. We firmly believe in investing in people to help propel science forward.
Teklab’s environmental science framework adheres to the standardized ISO/IEC methods required for NELAP-accredited analytical laboratories.
Additionally, we undergo regular audits by national accrediting bodies to ensure consistent validation of our quantification capabilities.
Coupled with our own self-monitoring and internal auditing procedures, these efforts allow us to maintain quality assurance mechanisms that exceed industry standards.
We serve a diverse clientele, including manufacturing firms, engineering consultancies, and municipal entities.
Teklab is proud to be committed to delivering reliable, accurate results that meet the highest industry standards.
Our expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of analyses, including:
- Air quality assessment
- Drinking water analysis
- Groundwater evaluation
- Wastewater testing
- Sludge examination
- Soil analysis
- Oil composition testing
- Special waste characterization
With over four decades of experience, state-of-the-art facilities and skilled professionals, we can ensure expedited processes that present you with insightful and actionable data for all your environmental testing needs.
Teklab is your trusted partner in environmental compliance and quality assurance.
What is Environmental Testing?
Environmental testing involves the scientific analysis of environmental samples, such as air, water, soil, sediment, and biological materials, to evaluate their composition and detect contaminants or pollutants. This type of testing helps assess environmental quality, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect public health and ecosystems.
Purpose of Environmental Testing:
1. Regulatory Compliance:
Governments and regulatory agencies, such as the EPA in the U.S., set standards to control pollution and protect natural resources. Environmental testing ensures that industries, municipalities, and other organizations meet these standards by:
- Monitoring air, water, and soil quality.
- Ensuring waste management practices adhere to legal limits.
2. Environmental Protection:
Testing identifies harmful contaminants, enabling mitigation strategies to reduce their impact on ecosystems, such as rivers, wetlands, and forests.
3. Public Health and Safety:
Environmental testing detects toxins like heavy metals, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can pose risks to human health, ensuring safe drinking water, clean air, and non-toxic soil.
4. Site Assessments and Remediation:
- Evaluating the environmental condition of a site for construction or redevelopment.
- Identifying contamination levels to guide cleanup efforts in polluted areas.
Why Environmental Testing is Important
1. Compliance with Regulations
Organizations must comply with laws like the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) to avoid fines and protect natural resources from irreversible damage.
2. Preventing Degradation
Testing helps identify pollutants before they cause irreversible damage to ecosystems or biodiversity. Allowing for timely intervention and mitigation strategies to be implemented.
3. Safeguarding Human Health
Early detection of contaminants in water, air, or soil can prevent exposure to harmful substances and also reduce health risks such as respiratory issues, neurological disorders, or cancer.
4. Sustainability Goals
Environmental testing supports sustainable practices by enabling businesses to monitor and minimize their environmental impact. It also can identify areas for improvement or change.
How Teklab Supports Environmental Testing
We are a NELAC Accredited Environmental Testing Laboratory specializing in comprehensive environmental testing services. Teklab also utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and methods to deliver accurate, legally defensible results for:
- Water quality testing (e.g., drinking water, wastewater, groundwater).
- Soil and sediment analysis.
- Air quality monitoring.
- Specialized testing for metals, pesticides, herbicides, and other organic compounds.
Our testing services support industries, municipalities, environmental consultants, and private clients in meeting regulatory requirements and achieving environmental stewardship goals.
Teklab is dedicated to advancing environmental stewardship through precision, integrity, and innovation in environmental testing. As a NELAP-accredited laboratory, we deliver industry-leading solutions tailored to the unique needs of clients across diverse sectors, including drinking water safety, hazardous waste characterization, and specialized industrial analyses.
Our mission is to ensure the safety and sustainability of natural resources while empowering businesses, communities, and institutions to make informed, responsible decisions. With expertise spanning wet chemistry, advanced instrumentation, and a wide range of testing methods, we provide accurate, reliable data that meets the highest regulatory and project-specific standards.
At Teklab, our unwavering commitment to quality is matched only by our dedication to safety. Guided by the Teklab Quality Team, our comprehensive quality control program is continuously refined to enhance the client experience. We understand the critical importance of delivering trustworthy, accurate, and legally defensible results. To achieve this, we meticulously document and interpret all Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) data, ensuring transparency and reliability. We encourage both current and prospective clients to visit our facility and review our robust QA/QC program firsthand. We take pride in fostering long-term partnerships by offering exceptional service and support, rooted in transparency and trust.
Whether helping schools and daycares achieve lead compliance, assisting pharmaceutical manufacturers with wastewater management, or guiding industries through hazardous waste protocols, Teklab is a dependable ally for regulatory compliance and environmental responsibility. Recognizing that technology and innovation drive progress, we continually invest in state-of-the-art laboratory capabilities and uphold rigorous quality standards to set the benchmark for excellence in environmental analysis.
As a family-oriented company, we combine technical expertise with a people-first approach, delivering customized solutions with care, precision, and reliability.
Our passion lies not only in addressing the challenges of today but also in shaping a cleaner, safer future for generations to come. When you choose Teklab, you’re partnering with an experienced team committed to the highest levels of quality, professionalism, and environmental accountability. Our dedication to environmental science and personalized customer service underscores every interaction.
We sincerely value your partnership and look forward to supporting your environmental testing needs.
Thank you for trusting Teklab, we appreciate your business.
Analytical Reporting Levels
Level 1
Provides a basic overview report detailing the results of the analysis.
Level 2
Includes the general report of analysis results along with a comprehensive Quality Control (QC) report, which encompasses client samples, among other data. An Electronic Data Deliverable (EDD) is available upon request.
Level 3
Offers the analytical report of analysis results, a QC report, a Dates report, and a Sample Summary report. This includes a supplemental EDD as well.
Level 4
Includes all components from Level 3, along with a raw data package that features preparation runs, internal standard summaries, initial calibration data, and injection logs. This level is the most complete, offering our full analytical reporting capabilities with customized EDD upon request.
Trusted Data Validation & Quality Assurance
Accurate documentation and interpretation of environmental testing data are crucial for providing reliable and legally defensible analytical results.
Teklab’s dedication to quality analysis is matched only by our unwavering commitment to laboratory and field safety. Our exceptional quality assurance team adheres to the TNI 2016 quality systems program, ensuring that you receive the highest standards in environmental testing and reporting.
This commitment to excellence enables us to consistently deliver precise and reliable data, empowering you to make informed decisions with confidence.