Know what's in your water. Professional testing for bacteria, minerals, nitrates, and more. Protect your family's health with regular water quality testing.
Unlike municipal water, private well water isn't monitored by any government agency. You're responsible for making sure your water is safe to drink. Regular testing is the only way to know what's in your water and whether it meets safety standards.
We work with certified laboratories to provide accurate, reliable water quality testing. We collect samples properly, ensure they reach the lab on time, and help you understand the results.
The U.S. EPA page Protect Your Home's Water says to test a private well every year for total coliform bacteria, nitrates, total dissolved solids, and pH. Test again after you repair the well, after flooding, or when the taste, odor, or color changes. Use a laboratory certified for drinking-water tests. Filtration and treatment, after you have a result, are on water treatment.
Riverside County's rule is separate from that annual recommendation. Ordinance No. 682, as amended through 682.4, Section 21, requires a Department of Environmental Health well evaluation when an individual domestic well more than one year old will supply a proposed development or improvement and the application to the Department is for waste disposal. That sample list is total coliform, nitrate, fluoride, and total filterable residue (total dissolved solids). The details, including the production test in Section 20, are on well inspection for a home sale.
Essential safety screening for total coliform and E. coli bacteria. Recommended annually for all wells.
Comprehensive testing for common well water concerns. Recommended for new wells or when buying property.
Complete water quality analysis including potential contaminants. Recommended for wells near agricultural areas or older properties.
Meets California requirements for real estate transactions and Title 22 compliance.
Total coliform, E. coli, and other bacteria that indicate contamination from sewage, animals, or surface water.
From fertilizers, septic systems, or animal waste. Dangerous for infants and pregnant women.
Naturally occurring in some areas of Southern California. Long-term exposure linked to cancer.
Can come from old pipes or well components. No safe level for children.
Iron, manganese, calcium, and magnesium affect taste, staining, and appliance life.
Acidic water can corrode pipes and fixtures. Affects treatment system effectiveness.
Basic bacteria testing starts around $75-100. Standard panel testing (bacteria, nitrates, minerals, pH) runs $150-250. Comprehensive full panels including arsenic, lead, and other contaminants range from $300-500 depending on parameters tested. We provide exact quotes upfront before collecting samples.
Bacteria results typically come back in 24-48 hours since coliform tests require incubation time. Standard and full panel testing takes 5-10 business days depending on the lab workload and number of parameters being tested.
Don't panic — we'll explain exactly what the results mean and your options. For bacteria contamination, we typically recommend well disinfection (shock chlorination). For mineral or chemical issues, we can discuss treatment systems like filtration, softeners, or reverse osmosis. Many water quality issues are easily solved.
At minimum, test for bacteria annually. More comprehensive testing every 3-5 years is recommended. You should also test after any well work, flooding, changes in taste/odor/color, if someone in the household becomes pregnant, or if there are land use changes nearby (new septic, agriculture, or construction).
Some tests require specific collection procedures and sterile containers from the lab. Improper sampling is a common cause of false positives, especially for bacteria tests. We handle sample collection properly to ensure accurate, reliable results that you can trust.
While not always legally required, most lenders and buyers expect water testing for properties with private wells. Title 22 testing may be required for some transactions. We provide certified lab results and proper documentation for real estate transactions and escrow.
Know what's in your water. We make testing simple — proper collection, certified labs, clear results.
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