Water Quality Testing.
Safe Water, Verified.
Independent lab testing of what's actually coming out of the tap — whether the home is on a private well or public/municipal water. We screen for lead, bacteria, nitrates, pH, and hardness so you know exactly what your family will be drinking before you close.
What's included
- Lead & heavy-metals screening — critical for older homes with legacy pipes or service lines
- Bacteria testing (total coliform + E. coli)
- Nitrate & nitrite testing
- pH, hardness & mineral-content analysis
- Dissolved solids & overall water-quality assessment
- Detailed lab report compared to EPA / state safe-water standards
Why it matters
Water quality isn't only a well concern. Older DMV homes — especially in DC and the inner Maryland suburbs — can still have lead service lines or plumbing that leaches into tap water no matter how well the utility treats it at the plant. And the roughly 15% of DMV homes on private wells face bacteria, nitrates, and mineral issues that lenders often require you to test before closing. Independent lab analysis tells you exactly what's coming out of the faucet — and gives you documented leverage if treatment or remediation is needed.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need testing if the home is on city/public water?
It's a smart move, especially for older homes. Municipal water is treated at the plant, but lead can still enter from aging service lines and household plumbing on the way to your tap — a lab test is the only way to know what you're actually drinking. We recommend it for any older home or one with young children.
Is testing required for a home on a private well?
Most mortgage lenders mandate well-water testing (typically bacteria and nitrates) before close. Non-compliant results may delay closing until treatment is addressed — we deliver lender-formatted lab results.
How long for lab results?
5–7 business days. We coordinate collection and submission; results are delivered digitally with plain-English interpretation.
What if problems are found?
Most issues (lead, bacteria, hardness) are treatable. Whole-house or point-of-use treatment runs roughly $500–$4K depending on the problem; documented results support repair negotiation or post-purchase planning.
Ready to book?
It takes 60 seconds.
Most Polaris inspections book within 2–3 business days.