Reason for testing:
To determine water quality and/or water contamination in the structure. There are many different water elements, compounds, contaminants and water quality indicators you can test for. For private wells, lending institutions typically require bacteria/coliform, lead, nitrates and nitrites
Method:
Depends entirely on what sample is being collected. Samples are usually taken at the most likely drinking source (ie. kitchen sinks). Samples for lead analysis are a first draw sample.
Results:
Report indicating what sample was collected and whether or not it exceeds the EPA’s Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCL’s) for drinking water.
**Note: Some leading institutions (i.e. FHMA) have set their own recommendations for pump testing. Check with them before ordering testing.