You can’t always see, smell, or taste what’s in your water. Bacteria, nitrates, and dissolved minerals can be present even when your water looks crystal clear. At Easterday-Wilson Water Services, we’re qualified and certified to collect water samples for bacteria, nitrates, and total dissolved solids (TDS). These tests must be performed by a state-approved lab. Here’s what happens during a professional water assessment and why it matters for your family’s health.
Why Professional Water Testing Matters
Home test kits offer rough estimates at best. Some contaminants, like coliform bacteria and nitrates, can cause serious illness, especially for infants, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Accurate results depend on proper sample collection and certified lab analysis. Professional water testing gives you reliable answers so you can make confident decisions about treatment.
Step 1: Sample Collection
A trained technician visits your home and collects water samples using careful, sanitary methods. Proper handling prevents contamination and keeps your results accurate. We then deliver your samples directly to a state-approved lab.
State-Approved Lab Testing
The lab can test your water for:
- Coliform and/or total coliform bacteria
- Nitrates
- Chloride
- Manganese
- Sulfates
- Alkalinity
- Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
Step 2: On-Site Water Testing
Some answers don’t have to wait. During the same visit, we perform on-site testing for:
These quick checks reveal common water quality problems. Think scale buildup, rust stains, metallic tastes, or corrosive water that can damage pipes and fixtures over time.
Step 3: Reviewing Your Results
Once your lab results come back, we explain what they mean in plain language. You’ll see which levels fall within safe ranges and which need attention. If we find a problem, we’ll recommend practical next steps, such as water treatment or follow-up testing.
How Often Should You Test Your Water?
Private well owners should test at least once a year. You should also test sooner if you notice changes in taste, color, or odor. Flooding, well repairs, and buying or selling a home are other good reasons to schedule well water testing.
Contact us For All Your Water Treatment and Filtration Needs
If you notice a strange taste in your water or contaminants, Easterday-Wilson Water Services can help. We address countless water quality issues and eliminate common water contaminants daily.
Get in touch with us for additional information and schedule your free water evaluation today.