EMSL Receives NC Drinking Water Certification

Cinnaminson, NJ,  July 11^th , 2019

EMSL’s corporate headquarters has added radiological analysis parameters to its North Carolina drinking water certification. Naturally occurring uranium is a very common radioactive element in the ground that lead to increased levels of gross alpha, uranium, radon and radium in your water. These radionuclides can contaminate private well water and create potential health concerns for the occupants of the houses.

Unlike community water systems, private wells are not regulated or routinely inspected for radionuclides. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), approximately 15 percent of Americans use private wells as their main source of drinking water. To ensure their water supply is safe, owners of a private well should have their drinking water tested regularly for radionuclides.

“It is very important for anyone who uses well water as their main source of drinking water to have their water tested regularly for contaminants,” said Joseph Frasca, Senior Vice President of Marketing at EMSL Analytical, Inc. “Consuming water with higher than acceptable levels of radionuclides can lead to serious health problems. At EMSL, we offer a range of testing options to help accommodate our client’s needs especially in areas on high alert.”

EMSL offers two radionuclide packages to help assess your water:

Plan A: Gross Alpha, Gross Beta, Uranium and Radon
Plan B: Gross Alpha, Gross Beta, Uranium, Radon, Radium 226 and Radium 228

Click here to view the updated State of North Carolina Drinking Water Certification. Click here to view EMSL’s corporate headquarters complete list of accreditations and qualifications. For pricing and turnaround times, please contact your Sales Representative or call 1-800-220-3675 or email info@emsl.com. For more information about EMSL’s testing services, please visit www.EMSL.com.


About EMSL Analytical, Inc.
EMSL Analytical is one of the leading testing laboratories with over 45 locations throughout the United States and Canada. EMSL is a nationally recognized and locally focused provider specializing in fast laboratory results for mold, bacteria, Legionella, USP <797>, pathogens, asbestos, lead, soot, char & ash from fires, VOC’s, odors, radon, formaldehyde, indoor air quality, microbiology, environmental, industrial hygiene, radiological, food, beverage & consumer products and material testing services for the identification of unknown substances. EMSL services both professionals and the general public. EMSL maintains an extensive list of accreditations from leading organizations as well as state and federal regulating bodies including, but not limited to A2LA, AIHA LAP, LLC. (AIHA EMLAP, AIHA IHLAP, AIHA ELLAP), NVLAP, CDC ELITE, CPSC, CA ELAP, NY ELAP, TX DOH, NJDEP and multiple other state accrediting agencies. Please visit our website at www.EMSL.com for a complete listing of accreditations. In addition, EMSL carries a wide range of Sampling Equipment and Investigative Products for environmental professionals.