Private Well Water Testing

At minimum, test annually for bacteria (coliforms and E. coli) and nitrates. Test every 3-5 years for a broader panel including metals, arsenic, and PFAS. Retest anytime you notice a change in taste, smell, or appearance, after nearby construction, or after major flooding.

For a new home or a well that hasn't been tested recently we recommend a comprehensive panel: bacteria, nitrates/nitrites, pH, hardness, iron, manganese, lead, copper, arsenic, and — for many properties — PFAS. WellInsight tailors the panel to your location and situation.

Yes. WellInsight partners with a nationwide network of accredited laboratories. Results are legally defensible and accepted for real estate transactions and lender requirements.

Sample collection is a same-visit appointment. Written lab reports are typically delivered within 5-10 business days depending on the panel selected.

You get a clear, plain-English WellInsight report — not just a raw lab document. Each parameter is shown alongside safe-level guidelines, what the result means for your home, and what (if anything) you should do about it.

For informal curiosity, yes. For any decision that matters — a real estate transaction, a treatment purchase, or a health concern — a professional chain-of-custody sample is far more reliable. Sampling technique heavily influences bacteria and metals results.

We do install equipment when it's warranted, but we don't upsell. Our reputation is built on giving you the truth about your water — including telling you when you don't need anything.

No. Public water is regulated by the EPA and monitored constantly. Private wells are the homeowner's responsibility — that's exactly why regular testing matters.