Water Testing
Your Home Runs On Water, ensure there’s no contaminants.
Contaminants find their way into water from old pipes, agriculture, industry, and other sources. Often these contaminants have no color, smell or taste. Local authorities will test at some public water facilities, but they don’t know what’s coming out of your faucet.
When you turn on your tap, you’re likely receiving water from the local water treatment plants that’s regulated, tested, and reported by the government. The governments standards for drinking water can vary, and they’re supposed to notify recipients if contaminants are found in the water, but that may only be disclosed once a year.
If you live on an older property, you may also receive your water from a well located nearby. You alone are responsible for making sure the water meets quality standards safe for drinking. If you have a well on your property, you’ll want to regularly have your water tested.
Get A Water Test For Your Home
Pro Test
Well or City Water Satisfied FHA/VA loan requirements (only for wells)
Test Includes
- 29 Metals: Aluminum, Antimony, Arsenic, Barium, Beryllium, Boron, Cadmium, Calcium, Chromium (Total), Cobalt, Copper, Iron, Lead, Lithium, Magnesium, Manganese, Mercury, Molybdenum, Nickel, Selenium, Silver, Sodium, Strontium, Thallium, Tin, Titanium, Uranium, Vanadium, Zinc
- 11 Non-Metals: Alkalinity (as CaCO3), Chloride, Conductivity*, Fluoride, Hardness, Nitrate (as N), Nitrite (as N)*, Phosphorous, Sulfate, Turbidity*, pH
- Microbes: E. coli*, Total Coliform*
- Other: Total Dissolved Solids, Potassium, Silica*, Three measures of water hardness (Grains Per Gallon, Total, and Calcium/Magnesium), Sodium Adsorption Ratio (suitability for irrigation), Langelier Saturation Index (ability to dissolve heavy metals)
*not included in city water tests*
Radon Screen Test
Well or City Water / Recommended For Well Tests
Test Includes
- Radiochemistry, Radon (Groundwater)
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Schedule
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Report
After the inspection, you will receive a detailed report on your property from the inspector.
Common Questions About Water Testing
How to test water quality?
To test water quality:
- Get a testing kit or contact a professional service like Peak Environmental.
- Follow instructions for sample collection and testing.
- Perform tests for bacteria, pH, chlorine, and contaminants.
- Interpret results or seek expert guidance.
- Take appropriate action for water treatment or improvement. Choose Peak Environmental for reliable water testing. Contact us today.
How often should I get my water tested?
Experts recommend testing your water at least once a year for bacteria, nitrates, and total dissolved solids (TDS). However, the frequency of testing will depend on a few factors, such as the age of your well, the depth of the well, and environmental risk factors. For example, if your well is older or located near agricultural or industrial areas, you may want to test more frequently.
What are the most common home water contaminates?
The most common home water contaminants include lead, fluoride, chlorine, bacteria, viruses, nitrates, and arsenic. Lead is a harmful heavy metal that can seep into the water supply from old lead pipes or outdated plumbing fixtures. Exposure to lead can cause long-term health effects, particularly in children. Fluoride is added to water in some areas as a form of dental health treatment, but excessive amounts of fluoride can be dangerous to human health. Chlorine is used to disinfect water as it passes through the municipal water system, but itcan create unwanted byproducts that are known carcinogens. Bacteria and viruses can also find their way into the water supply and cause illness. Nitrates are chemicals that come primarily from fertilizer and can be particularly harmful to infants. Arsenic is a naturally occurring element that can be found in groundwater and can cause skin damage and other serious health issues over time. It is important to regularly test your water for these contaminants to ensure that it is safe for you and your family to drink.
