Before investing in a whole-home water filter, know exactly what you’re dealing with. This test identifies the specific contaminants in your water—whether it’s bacteria, heavy metals, PFAS, or pesticide residues—so you can choose the perfect filtration system that targets your water’s unique needs.

This test looks for harmful bacteria like E. coli and total coliform—tiny germs that can enter your water from sewage leaks, animal waste, or old plumbing. Even if your water looks clear, finding these bacteria is a red flag for potential health risks

Old pipes and nearby industrial activity can introduce heavy metals into your water. This test checks for dangerous metals such as lead, arsenic, chromium, and copper—substances that, even in small amounts over time, can cause serious health issues, especially for kids.

Suffolk County Department
of Health Services minimum
parameters required for NY
well water analysis.

If you’re seeing rust-colored fixtures, stained laundry, or catching that unmistakable rotten egg smell, your water might be loaded with iron, manganese, or even hydrogen sulfide gas. This test identifies these compounds so you know why your water might be leaving behind stains or odors.

PFAS—often called ‘forever chemicals’—like PFOA and PFOS can stick around in your water for decades. This test detects these persistent industrial pollutants that may be lurking in your tap water, helping you avoid long-term exposure to chemicals that never break down.”

If you’re near farms, golf courses, or well-manicured lawns, chemicals can seep into your water. This test looks for common pesticides and herbicides—such as glyphosate, atrazine, and 2,4-D—to ensure that agricultural or lawn care chemicals aren’t making their way into your grass.