Water Testing
When should you test your well?
Wells comes in various configurations, each with different challenges and considerations. Generally, any well should be tested after it is commissioned and annually for both bacteriological and chemical contaminants. Testing is recommended if you notice any color, clarity, or taste changes. Additionally, if your water source is surface supplied or the well is shallow, it is recommended to test the source seasonally.
Residential (Municipality) water testing?
The drinking water delivered by municipalities on Vancouver Island is rigorously tested and treated before being supplied to the public. Once the city water enters the private plumbing of your home or building, there is a potential for contamination, primarily lead found in aging water systems. It is recommended that you test your municipal water annually if you live in an older building and immediately if you notice any change in color, clarity, or taste.
Testing
Tusk EH&S offers a Home Safety Scan for well water testing to check for E. coli, heavy metals, and the most common nutrients. Tusk EH&S also provides a more comprehensive Drinking Water Scan that will determine the type of contamination and provide parameters helpful in selecting a filtration system.
Tusk EH&S will take the appropriate samples from your residence or business and compile the analytical results into an easy-to-understand report, complete with recommendations.