Drug and alcohol testing near Signal Hill

In short

Blackburn Monitoring serves Signal Hill residents from our office at 12326 Venice Blvd in Mar Vista, about 23 miles away. Testing is by appointment Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, with affordable plans and a coordinator who knows you.

Signal Hill is a small city completely surrounded by Long Beach, built on a hill once known for its oil field. We do not have an office in Signal Hill. We offer a low cost, human approach to testing, with a referral path to more support across Blackburn.

Talk to a real person today. Call (888) 305-5422. Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Testing by appointment.

Getting to us from Signal Hill

Most people take the I-405 north to Venice Blvd. Outside rush hour, plan on roughly 35 to 50 minutes. The stretch of I-405 near the airport is often slow at peak times. Long Beach Transit buses and the Metro A Line in Long Beach connect toward downtown Los Angeles, but reaching Mar Vista by transit is a long trip.

Signal Hill and the courts

Signal Hill has its own police department. Cases from Signal Hill are often heard at the Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse in Long Beach, part of the Superior Court’s South District. Check your paperwork, since assignments can differ. We offer court ordered testing with chain of custody documentation when needed.

Families in Signal Hill

Signal Hill’s public schools are part of the Long Beach Unified School District. Parents can call us before talking with their teen or young adult, so they understand what testing can show and how results are shared.

Testing options

Every plan starts with a phone call and a real person. Here is what Signal Hill clients can set up:

  • One-time testing. A single scheduled test when you need an answer now.
  • Random testing program. You are notified when to report, so tests cannot be planned around. See our random drug testing program.
  • Ongoing monitoring. A coordinator who knows you, a schedule that can change as things improve, and results shared only with people you authorize in writing. Learn about drug and alcohol monitoring.
  • Court ordered testing. Court ordered testing with chain of custody documentation when it is needed.

Tests include a 12 panel urine drug test that covers common substances such as opioids, stimulants, benzodiazepines and cannabis, fentanyl testing, an EtG alcohol test, a breathalyzer, and saliva testing on request. Positives that will be acted on are confirmed by partner laboratories. Bring a photo ID to intake. Observed collection is used when a court, program or agreement requires it. Compare everything on our services page.

Mobile testing

Mobile testing at a home or workplace is offered for an additional fee. Signal Hill is a long way from our Westside office, so mobile testing may be available in your area; call to ask before you plan around it. Outside office hours, testing can also be arranged at other Blackburn locations on the Westside.

Who we help

We work with people from Signal Hill and the people who care about them:

  • Families of adults and teens who want clear answers without becoming the police at home.
  • People with court, probation, diversion or attorney requirements. Attorneys can start on our page for attorneys.
  • Licensed professionals under monitoring, such as doctors, nurses, lawyers and pilots.
  • Treatment programs and clinicians who want objective results between sessions. See our page for clinicians.

More support when you need it

Signal Hill sits right in the middle of Long Beach, and the next step after a result can be as close as a phone call. A positive result or a difficult month is a signal, not a dead end, and Blackburn can connect you to help that fits.

Not sure where to start? Our get help page lists free and urgent options. Your monitoring coordinator can also make the introduction.

Nearby areas

We also have pages for Long Beach and Lakewood. See every area we serve.

Talk to a real person today. Call (888) 305-5422. Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Testing by appointment.

If someone may have taken too much of a substance, is hard to wake, or is in danger, call 911. For a mental health or suicidal crisis, call or text 988. For free, confidential treatment referrals, the SAMHSA National Helpline is 1-800-662-4357.

Common questions

Is Signal Hill part of Long Beach?

No. Signal Hill is its own city with its own police department, though it is surrounded by Long Beach and shares its school district.

Where are Signal Hill court cases heard?

Often at the Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse in Long Beach. Check your court notice for the exact location.

Can I test on my lunch break if I work in Signal Hill?

The drive makes that hard. Call us to talk about a schedule or mobile options that fit your workday.

Do Signal Hill clients get the same coordinator every time?

Yes. Each client has a monitoring coordinator who knows the plan and is the person you call.

Not ready to call? Request a callback.