PRIVATE WELL BASICS
Basic Well Water
A focused starting point for a private well.
from $225
WHAT’S INCLUDED- Total coliform & E. coli
- Nitrate
KNOW NOW / BALTIMORE WATER TESTINGKnow what’s
Know what’s
in your water?
Lead, copper, total coliform, and E. coli testing.
Packages and individual tests for your property.
WATER TESTING
COMPARE OPTIONS
Testing packages
Choose a package. We’ll confirm the tests, collection requirements, and final price.
BACTERIA + METALS
Home Water Check
Bacteria, nitrate and plumbing-related metals in one package.
from $295
WHAT’S INCLUDED- Total coliform & E. coli
- Nitrate
- Lead & copper
EXPANDED TESTING
Comprehensive Water Check
Bacteria, metals, nitrates, and common water-quality measures.
from $395
WHAT’S INCLUDED- Total coliform & E. coli
- Nitrate & nitrite
- Lead & copper
- Iron & manganese
- pH, hardness & total dissolved solids
Starting prices apply to standard local testing. Final scope, sampling requirements and any additional charges are confirmed before scheduling. Each package covers the listed tests.
Need help choosing? Call (410) 240-8075 ↗Our booking form opens in a new tab. Choose “Other” and enter the water package or test you need if it is not listed.
TESTS & WATER QUALITY
Individual tests
Browse what each test measures. Request one test or a combination.
Showing all 13 tests and water-quality measures.
BACTERIA
Total coliform
A group of bacteria found in soil, plants and the environment. Their presence can signal that contamination is entering the water supply.
In all three packagesAsk about Total coliformBACTERIA
E. coli
A bacterium found in human and animal intestines. Detection in a water sample indicates possible fecal contamination.
In all three packagesAsk about E. coliMETAL
Lead
A metal that can enter water as lead-containing pipes, solder or fixtures corrode. Testing measures what is in the collected sample.
Home + ComprehensiveAsk about LeadMETAL
Copper
A metal used in plumbing that can dissolve into water. Elevated levels may be associated with metallic taste or blue-green staining.
Home + ComprehensiveAsk about CopperNITROGEN COMPOUND
Nitrate
A nitrogen compound that can enter groundwater from fertilizer, septic systems and animal waste. A common part of private-well testing.
In all three packagesAsk about NitrateNITROGEN COMPOUND
Nitrite
A related nitrogen compound that can also come from fertilizer and waste sources. Often evaluated alongside nitrate.
Comprehensive packageAsk about NitriteMETAL
Iron
A naturally occurring metal that can cause rusty color, metallic taste and orange or reddish staining on fixtures and laundry.
Comprehensive packageAsk about IronMETAL
Manganese
A naturally occurring metal that can cause dark staining, discoloration and a metallic taste in water.
Comprehensive packageAsk about ManganeseNATURALLY OCCURRING ELEMENT
Arsenic
An element that can reach groundwater from natural mineral deposits and certain human activities. A separate test measures its concentration.
Individual requestAsk about ArsenicMINERAL
Fluoride
A mineral found naturally in water and added to some public supplies for dental health. Testing measures its concentration.
Individual requestAsk about FluorideWATER CHARACTERISTIC
pH
A measure of how acidic or alkaline water is. It helps explain how water may interact with plumbing and affect corrosion.
Comprehensive packageAsk about pHWATER CHARACTERISTIC
Hardness
The amount of dissolved calcium and magnesium. Hard water can leave scale on fixtures, inside appliances and in your coffee maker.
Comprehensive packageAsk about HardnessWATER CHARACTERISTIC
Total dissolved solids
The combined amount of dissolved minerals and salts. It adds context to water quality; it does not identify every contaminant or establish safety on its own.
Comprehensive packageAsk about Total dissolved solidspH, hardness and total dissolved solids describe water characteristics. They are not individual contaminants. Test selection depends on the water source and your specific needs.
About these descriptions: CDC water testing · EPA contaminants · EPA water quality · USGS hardness
SAMPLING & RESULTS
Start your request How it works
- 01
Choose your tests
Share the address, water source, and tests you need.
- 02
Arrange collection
We confirm the scope, preparation, and sample collection details.
- 03
Receive results
Results follow lab processing. We’ll confirm the expected turnaround.
Which water package should I choose?
Start with the tests you need or any instructions you’ve received. Basic Well Water covers coliform, E. coli and nitrate. Home Water Check adds lead and copper. Comprehensive Water Check adds nitrite, iron, manganese, pH, hardness and total dissolved solids. Call if you’re unsure.
Can I request just lead and copper, or just bacteria testing?
Yes. Lead and copper, and total coliform and E. coli, can be requested as paired tests. You can also ask about an individual contaminant or another combination. We’ll confirm pricing for your request.
Should I collect a sample myself?
Contact us before collecting water. Preparation, containers and collection methods depend on the test. We’ll explain the next step for your request.
Does one package test for everything?
No. Each package covers only its listed tests. If you have a specific contaminant, lender requirement or other concern, share it before booking so we can confirm the needed scope.
How do I book a package?
Use any request button to open our Jotform. Choose Other and enter the package name if it isn’t listed. We’ll confirm the testing scope and final price before scheduling.