(907) 931-9310

1443 West Northern lights Units W/X Anchorage Alaska 99503

Monday-Saturday: 8am-5pm

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Alaska’s Local, Veteran-Owned Environmental Laboratory

Providing consistent testing for Alaska’s leading industries with responsive support and scientific integrity - built for this land.

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Member of the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce

Member of the Alaska Alliance Support Network
SBA Certified
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Keeping laboratory testing closer to the projects, communities, and decisions it supports.
Customized Lab Solutions
New Advanced Instruments
Strict Quality Practices

Tundra Testing is a veteran-owned materials testing lab in Anchorage, Alaska, serving key industries like oil and gas, commercial development, real estate, energy, and environmental sectors.

Our services include chemical compound analysis, potency testing, gas chromatography (GC) with FID and ECD, Ultra-High Performance Liquid Chromatography (UHPLC), water and soil profiling, and contaminated soil evaluation. With state-of-the-art technology, we apply advanced instrumentation and documented quality practices to support consistent analytical performance for clients across Alaska. Guided by respect, service, and ethics, Tundra Testing is located near the Anchorage airport for responsive service.

  • Anchorage-based for local access to samples, data, and support.
  • Veteran-owned, community-focused
  • Cutting-edge testing technologies
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Advanced Testing, Proven Standards

Environmental Testing

Precise analysis for confident operations.

Chemical Analysis

Advanced chemical testing tailored to your needs.

Scientific Consulting

Expert support for lab operations and compliance.

Water Testing

Soil Testing

Pesticide Testing

Heavy Metals Testing

Environmental Testing

Tundra Testing provides expert environmental testing services across Alaska, including water, soil, pesticide, and heavy metals testing. Our work supports compliance efforts with laboratory data aligned to project and regulatory requirements. With modern laboratory technology and responsive service, we provide well-documented data to support project decisions. Whether you’re in oil and gas, development, or energy, our environmental services utilize methodologies aligned with industry standards.​

Comprehensive Contaminant Screening

Our lab identifies a wide range of hazards, from pesticides to heavy metals, helping you assess site conditions and support environmental evaluation.

Reliable Testing for Informed Decisions

We combine consistent analytical performance and responsiveness to provide well-documented data that supports informed project decisions and regulatory reporting.

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Reliable Results. Responsive Service.

Get accurate, well-documented results, expert support, and responsive turnaround, designed to support your regulatory and project requirements.

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Chemical Analysis

Our lab specializes in custom compound analysis using advanced methods including gas chromatography (GC) with FID and ECD, and ultra-high performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC). We help Alaska's industries maintain consistency and support compliance efforts through well-documented data on chemical composition. Whether you need in-depth profiling or targeted analysis, our team provides analytical data to support your operational decisions and regulatory requirements.

Specialized Chromatography Techniques

With gas chromatography (GC) with FID and ECD, and ultra-high performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC), we detect and quantify compounds using documented quality practices to support consistent analytical performance.

Customized Testing Solutions

No two samples are the same. We tailor each chemical analysis to your specific project goals, industry requirements, and regulatory needs. Our team provides well-documented laboratory data to support your project evaluations and help you make informed, data-driven decisions.

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Ultra-High Performance Liquid Chromatography (UHPLC)

Gas Chromatography (GC) with FID and ECD

Custom Compound Analysis

Procedure Writing

Lab Protocol Development

Regulatory & Compliance Support

Scientific Consulting

Tundra Testing offers scientific consulting services to assist labs and businesses in optimizing workflows and navigating evolving regulatory expectations. Our services include procedure writing, lab protocol development, and laboratory compliance support. Whether you’re setting up a new workflow or refining an existing one, our experienced team provides practical guidance to support complex scientific processes.

Tailored Lab Procedures and Protocols

We design custom, easy-to-follow lab procedures that align with your operations, support quality control, and integrate with industry standards. Each protocol focuses on supporting operational workflow, identifying process inconsistencies, and supporting consistent laboratory performance.

Navigating Compliance with Confidence

Our consulting is designed to support audit readiness by identifying operational gaps, refining workflows, and evaluating documentation processes alongside applicable state and federal requirements. We help you build a documentation foundation to support regulatory review.

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Proudly Serving Alaska’s Core Industries

Tundra Testing supports Alaska’s oil and gas, energy, development, real estate, and environmental sectors with reliable laboratory testing and local expertise.

We believe environmental testing should stay local, reliable, and responsive—because samples shouldn’t travel farther than the decisions they drive.

Billy Hughes

Founder/CEO

Scott E. Arbet II

Chief Science Officer
(CSO / COO)
Hemex Patel

Hemex Patel

Laboratory Director

Our Team

At Tundra Testing, our expert team of dedicated professionals brings a combined commitment to consistent laboratory results, integrity, and responsive service. With deep technical expertise and documented quality practices, we support workflows designed to align with strict industry standards.

We take pride in offering attentive service to each client, understanding the unique challenges faced by Alaska’s industries. Our team works closely with you to provide well-documented analytical data and practical scientific support that assists your operational and regulatory goals.

Guided by a strong ethical foundation and a veteran-owned spirit, we strive to build lasting partnerships grounded in trust, consistent analytical performance, and responsiveness.

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Located conveniently near the Anchorage airport, Tundra Testing offers responsive service across Alaska. Reach out today to get started or request a consultation focused on supporting your industry’s technical and analytical needs.

PHONE

(907) 931-9310

EMAIL

info@tundratesting.com

ADDRESS

1443 West Northern lights Units W/X Anchorage Alaska 99503

Hours of Operation

Monday-Saturday: 8am-5pm

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Contact Us

Located conveniently near the Anchorage airport, Tundra Testing offers responsive service across Alaska. Reach out today to get started or request a consultation focused on supporting your industry’s technical and analytical needs.

PHONE

(907) 931-9310

EMAIL

info@tundratesting.com

ADDRESS

1443 West Northern lights Units W/X Anchorage Alaska 99503

Hours of Operation

Monday-Saturday: 8am-5pm

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Water Testing

Trace Metals

(primary drinking water inorganics and toxic metals – As, Pb, Cu, Fe, Mn, etc.)

Nutrients

Nitrate, Nitrite, Ammonia, Phosphate (regulatory limits for drinking water and eutrophication indicators)

pH, Alkalinity, Hardness, TDS

(general chemistry)

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

e.g. BTEX and MTBE (fuel), chlorinated solvents (TCE, etc.), THMs (chloroform, etc.)

Fuel Hydrocarbons (TPH)

gasoline, diesel in water (from LUST sites, spills)

Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds (SVOCs)

e.g. PAHs (benzo(a)pyrene, etc.), phenols, pesticides (non-volatile)

Disinfection Byproducts (DBPs)

Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids

Total Coliform & E. coli

(microbiological quality)

Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD₅) and Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)

indicators of organic pollution

Total Suspended Solids (TSS) and Oil & Grease (HEM)

conventional pollutants

Radionuclides

Gross Alpha/Beta, Radium-226/228, Uranium

Sulfolane

(Industrial solvent contaminant)

Disinfectants & Byproduct Precursors

e.g. Chlorine, UV254 absorbance, TOC

Trace Organics (Emerging)

e.g. 1,4-Dioxane, NDMA, perchlorate, glyphosate

Soil Testing

Gasoline-Range Organics (GRO)

e.g. C₆–C₁₀ hydrocarbons (fuel)

Diesel-Range Organics (DRO)

C₁₀–C₂₅ hydrocarbons (diesel, kerosene)

Residual-Range Organics (RRO)

C₂₅–C₃₆ hydrocarbons (heavy oils)

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

e.g. BTEX (benzene, toluene, etc.), chlorinated solvents (TCE, PCE, etc.)

Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds (SVOCs)

e.g. PAHs (naphthalene, phenanthrene, etc.), phenols, phthalates, etc.

Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)

Aroclors or congeners

Heavy Metals (RCRA 8 and others)

e.g. lead, arsenic, cadmium, chromium, etc.

Mercury

(Total)

Organchlorine Pesticides (OCPs)

e.g. DDT, Dieldrin, etc.

Alaska DEC Contaminated Sites methods

AK101/102/103

Pesticide Testing

Sensitive Detection of Agricultural and Industrial Pesticide Residues.

Pesticides in soil, water, air, or biological samples are subject to strict monitoring guidelines. At Tundra Testing, we conduct structured pesticide residue analysis using gas chromatography and liquid chromatography methods to look for trace levels of target compounds. We serve agricultural operations, environmental consultants, and regulatory agencies seeking well-documented data to support remediation, site development, or monitoring workflows.

What We Test

Volatile and Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds

includes pesticide-related chemicals like TCE, PAHs, and chlorinated solvents

TCLP Organic Compounds

identifies hazardous pesticide leachates in waste streams

Specialty Organics in Waste

including wood preservatives like PCP (pentachlorophenol)

Applications

  • Agricultural runoff and soil impact studies
  • Drinking water or irrigation contamination assessments
  • Industrial waste stream evaluations
  • Compliance with EPA pesticide tolerance limits

Our testing is designed to support regulatory reporting requirements and environmental data needs across agricultural, commercial, and ecological settings in Alaska.

Heavy Metals Testing

Trace Metals Analysis Supporting Environmental Compliance and Site Assessment.

Tundra Testing utilizes dependable laboratory processes for heavy metal analysis across water, soil, air, and biological materials. We detect and quantify metals including lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium to support site assessment, regulatory reporting, and contamination characterization. Using ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma) methods and leachate protocols such as TCLP and SPLP, we support industries in environmental site assessments, remediation efforts, and waste classification.

What We Test

TCLP Leachate Metals

RCRA 8 metals (As, Pb, Hg, Cr, Cd, Se, Ag, Ba)

Lead in Air (TSP or PM₁₀)

for industrial and environmental air monitoring

Biomarkers of Exposure

lead in blood or tissue for biological risk assessments

Fish/Wildlife Tissue

bioaccumulation studies for mercury and other metals

Where It's Used

  • Environmental site assessments and Phase I/II reporting
  • Industrial hygiene and occupational health testing
  • Wildlife and ecological sampling
  • Hazardous waste profiling

We deliver regulatory-aligned laboratory reports to support environmental cleanup planning, construction activities, and impact assessments across Alaska.

Ultra-High Performance Liquid Chromatography (UHPLC)

Accurate Separation and Quantification of Non-Volatile Chemical Compounds

Tundra Testing uses ultra-high performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC), an advanced liquid chromatography technique developed for resolution and sensitivity, to measure complex, non-volatile compounds in environmental and industrial samples. UHPLC is utilized for pesticide residues, biomarkers, and other chemicals where laboratory profiling and quantification are needed.

What We Analyze with UHPLC

Pesticide Residues in agricultural and runoff samples

Biomarkers of Exposure such as cotinine and PAH metabolites

Toxic Compounds in wildlife and environmental samples

Applications

  • Ecological and human exposure assessments
  • Contaminant profiling in biological and environmental samples
  • Product safety and compound purity testing

Our veteran-led lab utilizes high-resolution chromatography methods to support consistent analytical performance.

Gas Chromatography (GC) with Flame Ionization Detection (FID) and Electron Capture Detector (ECD)

Precise Detection and Quantification of Volatile and Semi-Volatile Compounds

Gas Chromatography (GC) at Tundra Testing combines Flame Ionization Detection (FID) and Electron Capture Detector (ECD) to support the analysis of a wide range of compounds. FID is utilized for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and hydrocarbons, while ECD is applied to look for electronegative compounds such as pesticides and halogenated organics. Together, these detectors support chemical profiling workflows for industries like oil and gas, environmental monitoring, and industrial safety.

What We Analyze with GC (FID & ECD)

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) including benzene, toluene, and styrene

Common Industrial Solvents for workplace safety and compliance

Diesel Range Organics (DRO) and Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH)

Pesticides and Halogenated Organics (ECD detection)

Airborne Contaminants and Emissions

Radon Decay Products (Rn-222)

Applications

  • Air quality and industrial hygiene monitoring
  • Emissions profiling and regulatory compliance
  • Spill site and contaminated soil evaluations
  • Hazardous waste profiling and disposal documentation

FID and ECD support responsive and practical analysis for a broad range of compounds. Backed by our team's analytical experience and advanced instrumentation, Tundra Testing provides well-documented laboratory data to support operations across various Alaskan industry sectors.

Custom Compound Analysis

Tailored Testing Solutions for Unique Industrial and Environmental Challenges.

At Tundra Testing, we recognize that not every analysis fits a standard form. That’s why we offer custom compound analysis to support the unique needs of clients in energy, real estate, environmental science, and manufacturing. Whether you need to analyze an unknown contaminant, quantify a specialty compound, or evaluate a new testing method, our expert chemists collaborate with you to design and support custom laboratory workflows.

Capabilities Include

Specialty Organics in Waste

including isocyanates, peroxides, PCP

Oil & Grease (HEM) Analysis

in industrial runoff or waste streams

Flash Point & Reactivity Testing

for ignitability and hazard classification

Ideal For

  • Research and development
  • Product validation or failure analysis
  • Specialized waste characterization
  • Novel compound detection in air, water, or biological samples

With a flexible, client-focused approach, Tundra Testing provides laboratory support for non-routine and complex analytical challenges across Alaska.

Procedure Writing

Custom Lab and Field Procedures Tailored to Your Industry Standards.

Tundra Testing offers professional procedure writing services for businesses, agencies, and research organizations to support consistent and repeatable scientific workflows. Whether you’re developing an internal SOP, a grant-backed project, or structured testing protocols, we provide technical guidance designed to support robust methodologies and audit readiness.

What We Offer

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for lab or field work

Sampling and chain-of-custody protocols

Equipment calibration and maintenance documentation

Safety procedures aligned with OSHA and EPA guidelines

Testing procedures for PFAS, VOCs, heavy metals, mold, and more

Who It's For

  • Environmental consultants and contractors
  • Research teams and universities
  • Oil, gas, and energy sector operators
  • Municipal or tribal agencies seeking compliance-ready systems

We combine hands-on scientific experience with technical frameworks and clear documentation, supporting clients in building structured and repeatable procedures from the ground up.

Lab Protocol Development

Optimize Your Laboratory’s Workflow with Expert Protocol Design.

Launching or improving a lab operation? Tundra Testing provides lab protocol development to support clients in optimizing processes, establishing quality control methods, and aligning with QA/QC standards. Our consultants assist in designing workflows grounded in industry best practices, technical frameworks, and real-world lab experience.

Services Include

Analytical method selection (GC, HPLC, FID, etc.)

Lab quality control (QC) and assurance (QA) systems

Sample preparation and contamination prevention

Chain of custody, tracking, and data validation practices

Internal audit systems and corrective action planning

Whether you’re running a startup lab or upgrading operations alongside EPA, RCRA, or state frameworks, we assist in developing or refining protocols designed to support repeatability, scalability, and regulatory alignment.

Regulatory & Compliance Support

Navigate Environmental Regulations and Reporting with Confidence.

Regulatory frameworks can be complex, especially when you're managing testing, cleanup, waste disposal, or permitting. Tundra Testing provides compliance consulting to support clients navigating federal, state, and industry-specific environmental regulations.

We Support

RCRA Waste Characterization – including TCLP, ignitability, and corrosivity testing

EPA Method Compliance – for air, soil, and water testing procedures

Hazardous Waste Profiling – documentation for safe and legal disposal

Occupational Exposure Guidelines – silica, VOCs, lead, and mold

Site Assessments and Reporting – Phase I/II ESAs, remediation, permitting

Our veteran-led team brings discipline and practical expertise to support Alaska projects with laboratory testing and responsive service. We maintain alignment with industry standards to support informed project decisions.