AW Research Laboratories, Inc.

AW Research Laboratories, Inc. A.W. Research Laboratories, Inc is an environmental consulting firm and water testing laboratory spe Research Laboratories, Inc.

(AWRL) was founded in 1972 by Alan Cibuzar. AWRL became one of the first certified analytical labs in the state of Minnesota in 1973 and since then has grown into a full service environmental laboratory. AWRL's Laboratory is an independent in-house lab serving a wide variety of clients including government agencies, industry, municipalities and private citizens. We specialize in surface water, groundwater, wastewater, and drinking water analyses.

Quick scheduling note! Our office will be closed Monday, September 7th to observe Labor Day. Please have samples in by 1...
09/03/2026

Quick scheduling note! Our office will be closed Monday, September 7th to observe Labor Day. Please have samples in by 1:00 p.m. this Friday, September 4th - anything received after that will be processed when we reopen Tuesday!

Wishing you all a safe and happy long weekend from everyone at AW Research Laboratories!

awlab.com | (218) 829-7974

September 2 is Protect Your Groundwater Day! If you're one of the many Minnesota households on a private well, this is a...
09/02/2026

September 2 is Protect Your Groundwater Day! If you're one of the many Minnesota households on a private well, this is a good nudge: groundwater doesn't come with a treatment plant watching over it, so testing is on you.

A basic annual test is the easiest way to know your water is safe long before a problem shows up in taste, smell, or color. If it's been more than a year since your last sample, let's fix that.

Order a sampling kit at awlab.com or call (218) 829-7974.

Back-to-school season resets a lot of routines around the house — it's also a good nudge for one more: your annual water...
08/28/2026

Back-to-school season resets a lot of routines around the house — it's also a good nudge for one more: your annual water test. If it's been about a year since your well was last tested (or you honestly can't remember), now's an easy time to fit it in before the fall schedule fills up.

A simple test can catch changes in bacteria, nitrates, or hardness before they turn into a bigger issue. Order a sampling kit at awlab.com or call us at (218) 829-7974.

As summer winds down, here's a habit worth adding to your fall checklist: a water test. A season of guests, extra laundr...
08/26/2026

As summer winds down, here's a habit worth adding to your fall checklist: a water test. A season of guests, extra laundry, garden watering, and boat rinsing puts more demand on a well than any other time of year.

It's worth checking that your water quality held up before things quiet down. If it's been a while since your last test, now's a good window to get it done before fall schedules fill up. Call us at (218) 829-7974 or order a kit at awlab.com.

Buying or selling a home with a private well this fall? Well water testing is a standard part of many real estate transa...
08/13/2026

Buying or selling a home with a private well this fall? Well water testing is a standard part of many real estate transactions in Minnesota, and results can take time to come back — so it pays to plan ahead.

We work with homeowners, buyers, and real estate agents throughout the closing process to get accurate results on schedule.

Give us a call to talk timelines: (218) 829-7974.

Something we're proud of: A.W. Research Laboratories is 100% women-owned and operated. Since 1972, our lab has been show...
08/12/2026

Something we're proud of: A.W. Research Laboratories is 100% women-owned and operated. Since 1972, our lab has been showing up for lake associations, homeowners, and communities across Minnesota, one water sample at a time. Thank you for trusting us with something as important as your water — we don't take it for granted.

It's been a dry summer around Brainerd, and if you're on a private well, that matters more than you might expect. As gro...
08/07/2026

It's been a dry summer around Brainerd, and if you're on a private well, that matters more than you might expect. As groundwater levels drop, a well can end up pulling from a smaller, more concentrated area. Sometimes changing mineral content or drawing in sediment that wasn't an issue before, becomes one now.

If your water looks, tastes, or smells different lately, drought-like conditions could be part of the reason. Give us a call and we'll help you figure it out: (218) 829-7974.

August marks National Water Quality Month, a good reminder that clean water doesn't happen by accident. If you're on wel...
08/06/2026

August marks National Water Quality Month, a good reminder that clean water doesn't happen by accident.

If you're on well water, you're your own water treatment plant — no municipal system is testing it for you.

It's the perfect time to check what's actually coming out of your tap.

Order a sampling kit at awlab.com or give us a call at (218) 829-7974, and we'll help you understand exactly what your results mean.

July may be coming to a close, but our commitment to Minnesota's lakes never takes a day off. Whether it's summer TSI mo...
07/31/2026

July may be coming to a close, but our commitment to Minnesota's lakes never takes a day off. Whether it's summer TSI monitoring, drinking water testing, volunteer training, or working alongside lake associations — we're here every step of the way.

Thank you to everyone who paddles, fishes, swims, monitors, and advocates for our lakes. You are the reason these waters will be here for generations to come.

Here's to healthy lakes — today and tomorrow. 💙

📍 Brainerd, MN | 🌐 awlab.com | 📞 (218) 829-7974

🌊Did you know that the study of lakes has a name? Limnology!Limnologists study inland water bodies — their physical, che...
07/30/2026

🌊Did you know that the study of lakes has a name? Limnology!

Limnologists study inland water bodies — their physical, chemical, and biological characteristics. It's a science that helps us understand why some lakes stay crystal clear while others struggle with algae blooms, low oxygen levels, or declining fish populations.

Here at AW Research Laboratories, we've been applying the principles of water science to Minnesota's lakes since 1972. Founded by Alan Cibuzar as one of the first state-accredited labs in Minnesota, our mission remains the same: help preserve our water resources and human health through quality results and trusted expertise.

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314 Charles Street
Brainerd, MN
56401

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 1pm

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(218) 829-7974

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