Avocet Environmental Testing, Inc. (AET) is a state-of-the-art testing facility that serves Whatcom and neighboring counties in Northwest Washington. Using the most up to date technology and analytical instrumentation available, our chemists and analysts provide rapid turnaround time and accurate reporting.  Secured by a sophisticated alarm system and 24 hour surveillance assures test results are safe and confidential.  The laboratory is located in Bellingham, Washington and resides in a first class laboratory facility.

Customer Service is the most important aspect of our business.  We are here for our clients. Our staff and analysts are available to assist you with sampling instruction, containers request and to answer any question you may have. We strive to make laboratory testing easier for you from preprinting forms to explaining the report format required by the Department of Health or Department of Ecology.  We take a personal approach to all our interactions with our clients.

Avocet Environmental Testing strives to provide accurate and timely results from our
knowledgeable staff who act as a resource for scientific information on environmental issues.  Paramount to this goal is treating our clients, employees, suppliers, and surrounding community with the intrinsic value due them.

OUR STAFF- Together, the professional staff represent over fifty years of experience in many applications of environmental chemistry.  We have an understanding of current environmental regulations and requirements.  With this knowledge we are able to meet our clients’ current and future testing needs. For more in depth information regarding our staff, please request a copy of our current Statement of Qualifications.

QUALITY ASSURANCE-Our Quality Assurance Manual details the comprehensive program utilizing the highest quality standards employed in all aspects of laboratory operations.  The manual models the EPA Manual SW-846 and EPA-600/4-79-020. A copy of our QA manual can be provided on request.