AquaKnow is partnered and affiliated with a private, independent laboratory that tests water on a nationwide basis to meet your water testing needs. Our testing services are designed to focus specifically on residential and homeowner concerns. Whether your water comes from a private well water source or from a public water supply (city or county water), we have a water test product available for both. We want to provide you with the peace of mind and knowledge that a test on water is absolutely necessary to keep your family safe and healthy.

For a helpful resource regarding specific water contamination, its potential health effects and sources of contamination click here to see the Analyte Reference Guide and what our water test can identify.

Water contamination affects everyone, both private well owners and public water supplies (city and county water) alike. Knowing the facts and information about your drinking water and the contamination possibilities will help keep you and your family safe. Do you know what's in your water? Why should I test the water?

Whether your drinking water comes from a public water supply or private well and/or spring, each drinking water source may be at risk for contamination and you need to know what those contaminants are and how you can protect your family from the risks associated with the contamination.

Pure water (H20) consists of 11.1888% hydrogen and 88.812% oxygen by weight. Although the term "pure water" is used commonly, it is virtually a non-existent liquid due to its aggressive nature. Water is often referred to as a "universal solvent" because of its ability to dissolve almost anything it comes in contact with. The superior solvent action of water allows it to be easily contaminated by water soluble materials. Water is considered to be "contaminated" when it contains harmful or objectionable substances which may be dissolved, suspended or biological.

For example, well water typically contains minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron and manganese due to its contact with rock formations containing these minerals. Water also dissolves metals from pipes and plumbing fixtures which may contain lead, copper, iron, etc. Gases and dusts from the atmosphere and any other water soluble compounds may also be dissolved by water as they come in contact with it.

City water may contain disinfection by-products that are formed when disinfectants such as chlorine or chloramines combine with naturally occurring organic matter, which happens within the distribution system of the public water supply, so the levels formed can be different based upon where your house is located within the water distribution system. Some disinfection by-products are considered to be carcinogens by the EPA; however, without disinfection of the water supply, there would be a significant increase in waterborne disease, so it is a necessary evil.

Water pollution and contamination are issues that have been attracting more and more attention since the beginning of America's industrial revolution. The Industrial Revolution prompted a rise in the manufacturing of goods. This increased manufacturing led to the creation of new synthetic materials. The U.S. chemical industry produced 11 trillion pounds of synthetic organic chemicals between 1945 and 1991, most of which has ended up in our environment: soil, air and/or water. In mankind's efforts to improve the quality of life, many different chemicals have been developed. Some of the numerous uses include: food preservation; sprays for personal hygiene; pet care; and cleaning homes and automobiles. Over a thousand new chemicals are created each year to meet demands in the marketplace.

In the past, these chemicals were developed and released into the environment with little thought given to the potential dangers they might present. Environmental Activists have forced industry and government agencies to become more conscious of waste disposal and its impact on the environment. Traditionally, hazardous waste has been disposed of via deep-well injection, surface impoundments, and landfills. Current regulations for deep-well injections do not require long-term monitoring of the sites, which allows waste to contaminate the soil and water long after monitoring periods have passed. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), approximately 70% of surface impounds (pits, ponds and lagoons) that are used for hazardous waste disposal do not have liners and as many as 90% may threaten ground water. The Office of Technology Assessment has determined that eventually even the best designed and secured landfills will leak hazardous waste into nearby surface and groundwater. Past hazardous waste management practices have allowed thousands of chemical compounds to find their way into many drinking water supplies.

In 1974, Congress passed the Safe Drinking Water Act, which authorized the EPA to establish safety levels for certain contaminants in public water supplies. These safety levels are referred to as Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCL's), which are the maximum allowable amounts of the regulated compounds in drinking water.

The EPA has divided the standards for drinking water into primary and secondary standards. Primary drinking water standards regulate contaminants that present a health risk. Secondary drinking water standards regulate contaminants that cause aesthetic problems such as taste, odor, color and appearance.

As of today, well water is still not regulated. It is the responsibility of the homeowner to ensure their drinking water supply is safe. Several states have begun regulating their own state testing requirements, which is a step in the right direction; however, more public awareness is needed when dealing with private well water safety.

Many contaminants are colorless, tasteless and odorless, which leads people to believe they have safe drinking water. This may not be a safe assumption. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) receives notification of more than 4,000 cases per year of illness that can be directly linked to drinking water. Contaminated water is real and the more you know about your water, the better you are at protecting your family.

AquaKnow offers comprehensive water testing packages that are designed specifically for well water (Watercheck) and a test for water that is sourced from a city or county provider is the City-Check analysis. Our water test packages are targeted to very specific contaminants such as radiological water testing and corrosivity water testing to name a few. Analysis by a qualified laboratory is the only way to accurately determine the presence or absence of contaminants. With this information you will be able to have the peace of mind in knowing that your drinking water is safe or will help you in pursuing water treatment solutions designed to correct your contamination issues.

Analysis by a qualified laboratory is the only way to accurately determine the presence or absence of contaminants. AquaKnow offers comprehensive analyses to ensure water is free of various types of contamination. You need to test your water!

The AquaKnow partner- certified laboratories perform drinking water analysis for customers worldwide according to EPA and standard methods. We test for compliance and informational purposes and our partner labs hold certifications across the U.S. and successfully participate in U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Proficiency Testing Programs. We offer water test packages to meet federal, state, FDA and International Bottled Water Association requirements. AquaKnow maintains memberships with National Ground Water Association and the Better Business Bureau. Please click on our Products Page to view products, services that we offer. Test water, be safe.

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Many people live in a city or larger municipality where their water is treated and delivered to them without their participation or concern. Others, such as farmers, acreage-owners, and business operators of golf courses and real estate developments, rely on wells drilled as a private water source. Water tests are crucial for everyone to conduct, even in cities. Recent flooding, a change in the taste or color, or oil and gas drilling located nearby are examples of why a water test may be advisable.

As the world became more industrialized through the 18th and 19th centuries, many chemicals were developed in the new factories. As well, improving the quality of life resulted in the use of personal hygiene products, food preservation, pet care and cleaning supplies. Contaminates from these and other products find their way into ground water that may eventually be used for drinking and cooking. Various methods to attempt to control this hazardous waste include landfills, deep-fill injection and other only partly successful disposal options.

Consumers might suspect their water has become contaminated if they experience nausea, lung irritation, dizziness, or a skin rash. Long term effects include cancer, liver and kidney damage, and deficiency of the immune system. Elderly people as well as children and pregnant women are especially likely to suffer the consequences of ingesting contaminated water. The best way to ensure safe drinking and cooking water is to frequently test the water.

In the USA, the Safe Water Drinking Act was enforced in 1974 to ensure that public water systems serving more than 25 people met minimum standards. The Act was upgraded in 1986 to monitor for contaminants through frequently scheduled water tests. While mild toxic doses can be tolerated by the body, pathogens in drinking water can cause serious health risks. Consumers are urged to be proactive and order a water test today!

AquaKnow has partnered with private independent laboratories that test water. Browse this website for a full listing of test on water products available from www.aquaknow.com. Consumers can do a water test for everything from bacteria, to radon, lead to nitrates. Home and business owners should perform water tests regularly, regardless of if they are city dwellers, use county water sources or draw from a private well.

Commercial customers can also benefit from AquaKnow’s services to ensure compliance with various regulators. Networks of laboratories test the water and also keep up with changes in regulations, therefore keeping customers informed as to their needs and recommendations. Kits to perform a test on water are shipped within 48 hours. AquaKnow holds certification throughout the United States and ships worldwide.

AquaKnow has equipment that can give home owners peace of mind that their water is safe for themselves and their families. When we test water, we can identify the presence of nitrates, pesticides, pharmaceuticals and heavy metals, to name just a few, even in treated sources.