Drinking Water Testing Services

Millions of households rely on private wells for their drinking water, yet unlike public water systems, private wells are not regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act. This means that the responsibility for ensuring water safety rests solely with the well owner.

“Many private well owners assume their water is clean just because it looks clear and tastes fine,” said Joe Frasca, Senior Vice President of Marketing at EMSL Analytical, Inc. “However, harmful contaminants such as bacteria, nitrates, lead, arsenic, radon, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can be present without any noticeable taste, odor, or color.”

Contaminated well water can lead to a range of health concerns, from gastrointestinal illnesses and developmental effects in children to long-term exposure risks such as cancer or organ damage. Routine testing is the only way to identify these issues early and take corrective action.

EMSL Analytical recommends that private well owners test their water:

• Regularly for total coliform bacteria, nitrates, total dissolved solids, radon, metals and other inorganic compounds, and pH level.
• After major weather events, flooding, or maintenance work that may affect the well system.
• Anytime there is a noticeable change in water taste, color, or odor.

To help in this effort, EMSL Analytical offers comprehensive water testing services through its nationwide network of accredited laboratories. The company provides easy-to-use sampling kits, detailed analytical reports, and professional consultation to help homeowners understand their results and address potential contamination sources.

Testing private well water is a small investment that protects people’s health. Regular testing gives homeowners peace of mind and helps to ensure safe, high-quality water.

For more information about EMSL’s water testing services, please visit www.EMSL.com, call (800)220-3675, or email info@EMSL.com. To access test kits, visit www.EMSLTestKits.com.

 

About EMSL Analytical, Inc.

EMSL Analytical is one of the leading testing laboratories with locations throughout the United States and Canada. EMSL is a nationally recognized and locally focused provider specializing in fast laboratory results for mold, bacteria, Legionella, USP <797>, pathogens, asbestos, lead, soot, char & ash from fires, VOCs, odors, radon, formaldehyde, indoor air quality, microbiology, environmental, industrial hygiene, radiological, food, beverage & consumer products, and material testing services for the identification of unknown substances. EMSL services both professionals and the general public. EMSL maintains an extensive list of accreditations from leading organizations as well as state and federal regulating bodies including, but not limited to A2LA, AIHA LAP, LLC. (AIHA EMLAP, AIHA IHLAP, AIHA ELLAP), NVLAP, CDC ELITE, CPSC, CA ELAP, NY ELAP, TX DOH, NJDEP and multiple other state accrediting agencies. Please visit our website at www.EMSL.com for a complete listing of accreditations. In addition, EMSL carries a wide range of Sampling Equipment and Investigative Products for environmental professionals.