Water Quality Testing
Water quality testing is the process of collecting a sample of your home’s drinking water and having it tested by a qualified laboratory. This helps determine whether the water contains certain substances or bacteria that may affect its safety, quality, or taste.
Our water quality testing can check for bacteria such as E. coli, nitrates and nitrites, and total dissolved solids (TDS). These tests can provide valuable information about what is present in the water that may not be visible, smelled, or tasted.
Because water can appear completely clear and still contain contaminants, laboratory testing is an important way to better understand the quality of the water coming into your home. Testing is especially important for homes with private wells, but it can also provide useful information for properties supplied by other water sources.
Well water sources face unique risks such as bacteria, nitrates from agricultural runoff, and mineral imbalances. Municipal water systems, while treated, may still carry risks of lead from older service lines or high chlorine levels used during disinfection. Our comprehensive analysis identifies these specific issues to ensure your water meets high safety standards.
What We Test For
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Bacteria (Total Coliform & E. coli)
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Lead and heavy metals
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Nitrates and Nitrites