Drinking Water Testing

Element’s environmental experts conduct routine drinking water testing to ensure potable water is safe for human consumption and meets regulatory requirements. Our environmental experts make certain that water quality fulfills clients' legal requirements. We conduct a comprehensive range of microbiological and chemical water testing services to monitor the quality of potable (drinking) water. Our global laboratories are UKAS accredited or ISO 17025 accredited and use the latest analytical equipment to monitor pseudomonas, total viable count, coliforms, E. coli, and legionella in water.

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What is drinking water testing at Element?

Element provides comprehensive laboratory testing services to monitor and verify the safety and quality of potable water. Our environmental experts conduct thorough microbiological and chemical analysis to ensure water quality meets regulatory requirements, using accredited testing methods and state-of-the-art analytical equipment.

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What can Element offer you for drinking water testing?

What we test for

Element's laboratories provide comprehensive testing for microbiological contaminants including total coliform, E.coli, legionella, pseudomonas, and enterococci. We also test for chemical parameters including nitrates, nitrites, ammonical nitrogen, B.O.D and C.O.D, metals, cyanide, sulfate, hydrocarbons, VOCs, SVOCs, and pesticides. 

Key services offered

We deliver customizable testing programs for both private and commercial wells, routine drinking water testing, and chemical analysis of closed systems. Our services include comprehensive contamination monitoring, corrosion risk assessment, and fast, accurate reporting for environmental consultants, municipalities, and private businesses.

Well water testing 

Well water quality testing is essential to ensure the potability of available drinking water. Periodic and thorough well water quality testing reduces the incidence and spread of infectious diseases, and reduces exposure to harmful contaminants often found in drinking water supplies. 

Element’s environmental experts provide a comprehensive well water quality testing service for both private and commercial wells. Testing can be conducted according to regional and international standards and can be customized to suit client needs.

Chemical parameters of drinking water testing 

We can also provide an analysis of the chemical parameters and contaminants of potable water in closed systems. Contamination levels in water can lead to an increased risk of corrosion. Our chemical analysis team can test for: 

  • Nitrate and nitrite 
  • Ammonical nitrogen 
  • B.O.D and C.O.D 
  • Full metals 
  • Cyanide and sulfate 
  • Hydrocarbon's 
  • VOC's and SVOC's  
  • Pesticides 

Cutting-edge equipment we use

Our state-of-the-art laboratories utilize the latest analytical equipment for all testing procedures, ensuring accurate and reliable results across all parameters. We employ advanced testing methodologies for both microbiological and chemical analysis providing quick turnaround times.

Which labs offer this service

Our global network of UKAS accredited and ISO 17025 accredited laboratories provides drinking water testing services, ensuring consistent quality and compliance across regions. Our 8,500-strong team operates from environmental testing hubs across the world, providing global access to our expert capabilities. Find out where your nearest environmental testing hub is on our Locations Page.

Standards we test to and what we test

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  • Regional standards
  • International standards
  • Federal standards
  • State standards
  • Country-specific legislation

Your Challenges, Our Solutions

Regulatory Compliance Complexity

Element ensures complete compliance with federal, state, and country legislation through comprehensive testing programs and accurate documentation.

Public Health Protection Concerns

Our accredited laboratories conduct thorough microbiological testing to monitor critical contaminants and protect public health.

Time-Critical Results Needed

State-of-the-art facilities and expert staff deliver fast, accurate reports for all testing parameters.

Cost-Effective Testing Requirements

Customizable testing programs allow you to select exactly the parameters you need, optimizing your testing investment.

Why Choose Element

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Global Accredited Network

UKAS and ISO 17025 accredited laboratories ensure consistent quality worldwide.

Comprehensive Testing Capabilities

One-stop solution for all microbiological and chemical water testing needs.

Fast, Accurate Results

State-of-the-art equipment and expert analysis ensure reliable, timely reporting.

Custom Testing Programs

Flexible services adaptable to private and commercial client needs.
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Speak to our team of experts

AMERICAS

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+1 888 786 7555

EUROPE

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UK

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+44 808 234 1667

Germany

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+49 800 000 5137

MIDDLE EAST

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+971 800 353 6368