Wastewater Testing Services
Need reliable wastewater testing? Element's ISO 17025 accredited laboratories deliver accurate, on-time results for your agricultural, industrial, or municipal wastewater testing needs. Our expert team provides comprehensive analysis with clear guidance, helping you maintain environmental compliance with zero hassle.

What is wastewater testing at Element?
Water being distributed for human consumption needs to be tested for safety – as does wastewater, before it can be released back into the environment.
At Element, we provide waste water testing services that provide comprehensive analysis of treated water and wastewater to verify environmental compliance. Our laboratories conduct detailed testing across physical, chemical, and biological parameters, delivering accurate results that help you meet regulatory requirements for both human consumption water and environmental discharge.

What can Element offer you for wastewater testing and analysis?
Materials We Test
Materials We Test
Element's state-of-the-art laboratories analyze water samples across multiple parameters, including metals, non-metals, physical characteristics, coliforms, biological oxygen demand (BOD), chemical oxygen demand (COD), nutrients, and solids.
Key Services Offered
Key Services Offered
We deliver customized testing solutions using advanced analytical methods. Our experts help interpret results and resolve on-site complications, ensuring you get actionable insights.
Which Labs Offer This Service
Which Labs Offer This Service
Our 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.
Distribution System Expertise
Distribution System Expertise
Our extensive experience in testing water distribution systems helps municipalities meet their dual requirements: testing treated water for human consumption and analyzing wastewater before environmental release. We understand the unique challenges of distribution system operators and provide specialist customized support for maintaining regulatory compliance throughout your network.
Standards we test to and materials we test
- Wastewater
- Groundwater
- Surface waters
- Seawater
- Stormwater
- Agricultural water
- Industrial effluent
- Sewage treatment discharge
- Drinking water
Your Challenges, Our Solutions
Regulatory Compliance Complexity
Reliable Results Required
Time-Critical Testing
Expert Support Required
Why Choose Element

Global Reach, Local Service
Proven Track Record
Quality Guaranteed
Comprehensive Support
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Frequently asked questions
What types of water testing do you perform?
We test drinking water, groundwater, surface waters, and wastewater for metals, non-metals, physical characteristics, coliforms, BOD, COD, nutrients, and solids.
How do you support water distribution systems?
We provide specialist services for water distribution systems requiring regulatory approval, offering ongoing testing and analysis. With over 40 years of experience, we've built long-term client relationships with municipalities and distribution system operators.

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