Analytical testing services
what we analyze
combustion byproduct anslysis
Presence and characterization of soot, char, and ash from structure fires, wildfires, and other combustion events. Optical microscopy (PLM / Reflected Darkfield) for insurance claims, public adjusters, and post-fire cleanup verification.
Dust, IAQ & Mold
Airborne and settled dust characterization, fungal spore traps, and direct/bulk mold exams. Built for indoor air quality investigations, allergen questions, and source identification in homes and commercial buildings.
Advanced Microscopy & Forensics
SEM/TEM EDS confocal Raman, FTIR, and UV-VIS for the hard cases — soot source identification, materials ID, and contamination sourcing when optical microscopy isn’t enough.
Specialized particle work.
Particle Detection Services is an independent laboratory in Rockingham County, North Carolina, serving clients across North Carolina and nationwide. With nearly 20 years in environmental and electron microscopy, we identify what’s in the dust — for insurance files, IAQ assessments, forensic questions, and custom projects.
Send samples. Get a clear answer.
Tell us what happened, what you sampled, and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the right analysis, turnaround, and chain-of-custody form.