Originally Posted By: Cj Suter This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
Hey Guys
I’m pretty new to this industry. I’m wondering about water testing. Are you guys doing water testing? I live in an urban area and there are concerns about the city drinking water. I’d like to provide some water testing services but I’m not sure how to go about it. … certification, testing kits, etc. What do you all think? Thanks.
Originally Posted By: dbush This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
CJ, I am not much help, but I thought I would answer anyway. I sub out the water test to my brother in law and sister in law. They own a well and pump business and are both DNR certified to do water tests and they use the County Lab for their testing.
Originally Posted By: gbeaumont This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
Hi CJ,
most city water dept's issue once or twice a year a statement about their water quality, including standard water test results. The only testing that I do is on private water supplies, and use the services of a local commercial lab.
I would suggest that you find a local, lab with a good reputation that guarantees fast turn arounds, and that you also ask them for training, taking samples is not rocket sience but there are some issues that you need to know about.
here is a link to the local lab that I use, this should give you some idea as to what you are looking for:
Originally Posted By: lschmid This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
Yes, we do offer water testing but I am licensed by the state in water treatment, well drilling, and am certified as a DHEC /EPA lab. Find a good lab around your area, learn how to take the samples yourself, and take to them. A good service to provide to your client, and adds to your income.
Good Luck and best wishes.
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