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Send a physical sample to our lab analysts in just 3 simple steps and receive an analysis as soon as the next business day.

HOW TO PROVIDE A PHYSICAL SAMPLE

Step 01
Collect a physical sample

Follow the Preferred Sample Size mentioned in the table below.

Step 02
Complete the Test Request Form

Fill the details in the Test Request Form to submit the sample.

Step 03
Ship to ITEL

Download a pre-addressed UPS shipping label then send the sample and completed Test Request Form to ITEL for analysis.

how does this system works

Step 01
Collect a physical sample

Follow the Preferred Sample Size mentioned in the table below.

Sample sizes

In order to for us to provide the most accurate analysis possible, please send samples according to the descriptions below.

MATERIALS SAMPLE SIZE SAMPLE INSTRUCTIONS
Asphalt Shingles & Tiles full shingle --
Carpet 10 inch x 10 inch With the least amount of residue, wear and damage possible.
Ceramic, Porcelain & Stone Tiles 6 inch x 6 inch A full tile, if smaller than 6"x6", with the least amount of residue, wear and damage possible. Please note the color variation between tiles.
Laminate & Wood 8 inch x 10 inch length Width should be that of a full plank including the tongue and groove, from the cleanest and least damaged section possible.
Pads & Underlayment 6 inch x 6 inch From the cleanest and least damaged section possible.
Siding 1 foot Height should include from top of the nail hem to bottom edge. If possible, include a weep hole and the manufacturer’s number that is embossed or printed on the nail hem or back of the material.
Vinyl 4 inch x 4 inch From the cleanest and least damaged section possible. Include a portion of the pattern, if available.
Vinyl Sheet (Asbestos) 2 inch x 2 inch Floors with multiple colors require three sample of each color.
Vinyl Tile (Asbestos) 3 tiles from random areas of flooring Floors with multiple colors require three sample of each color.
Asphalt Shingles & Tiles
Sample Size

full shingle

Sample Instructions

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Carpet
Sample Size

10 inch x 10 inch

Sample Instructions

With the least amount of residue, wear and damage possible.

Ceramic, Porcelain & Stone Tiles
Sample Size

6 inch x 6 inch

Sample Instructions

A full tile, if smaller than 6"x6", with the least amount of residue, wear and damage possible. Please note the color variation between tiles.

Laminate & Wood
Sample Size

8 inch x 10 inch length

Sample Instructions

Width should be thatnof a full plank, including the tongue and groove, from the cleanest and least damaged section possible.

Pads & Underlayment
Sample Size

6 inch x 6 inch

Sample Instructions

From the cleanest and least damaged section possible.

Siding
Sample Size

1 foot

Sample Instructions

From the cleanest and least damaged section possible. Include a portion of the pattern, if available.

Vinyl
Sample Size

4 inch x 4 inch

Sample Instructions

From the cleanest and least damaged section possible. Include a portion of the pattern, if available.

Vinyl Sheet (Asbestos)
Sample Size

2 inch x 2 inch

Sample Instructions

Floors with multiple colors require three sample of each color.

Vinyl Tile (Asbestos)
Sample Size

3 tiles from random areas of flooring

Sample Instructions

Floors with multiple colors require three sample of each color.