The Columbia County Solid Waste Department is excited to announce the addition of a new drop box at the St. Helens Transfer Station for asbestos and lead testing services. This new drop box offers county residents a convenient and affordable way to access comprehensive testing services.

Key Features include:

• Multiple Asbestos Testing Turnaround Options. Choose from same-day to 5-business-day results to meet your specific needs.
• Affordable Testing. Asbestos testing starts as low as $31.50 per sample.
• Pre-Test Convenience. Test samples before cutting or impacting materials to prevent contamination and ensure safety.
• Free Pick-Up. Enjoy free pick-up service from our drop box conveniently located at the St. Helens Transfer Station.
• Same-Day Testing. Drop off samples by 10:00 AM and receive same-day results.
• Efficient Communication. Receive results and invoices via email.
• Professional Surveys. Our AHERA Certified Inspectors conduct thorough asbestos surveys.
• Certified Lab. Our laboratory is AIHA Certified for Asbestos PLM, ensuring reliable and accurate results.

With the addition of the new drop box at the St. Helens Transfer Station, testing services are now available at 6 drop box locations and 3 physical lab locations in the Portland, Vancouver, and Salem areas, making it easier than ever for you to access our testing services.

The Solid Waste Department remains committed to providing fast, reliable, and affordable asbestos and lead testing services. Our goal is to help residents maintain safe environments by offering top-notch testing solutions and professional support.

For more information about our services or to schedule a test, please contact Jacob Anderson, Solid Waste Coordinator, at (503) 397-7259 or jacob.anderson@columbiacountyor.gov.

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ABOUT COLUMBIA COUNTY’S SOLID WASTE PROGRAM

Columbia County plans, organizes, and directs recycling, reuse, waste reduction, and household hazardous waste management programs throughout its 657-square-mile area. The county also operates a transfer station in St. Helens and administers the solid waste collection events within the county's unincorporated areas.