Water Testing

Water Testing

Water Testing in Eau Claire, WI

We will conduct an onsite sample draw by following the Wisconsin DNR guidelines for proper sample collection. Samples are sent to a state certified lab for analysis that same day (Results typically take 3-5 business days).


All Eau Claire real estate transaction well inspections are required to test for bacteria, nitrates, and arsenic. Please check with your lender requirements as they may request additional testing for your loan. Most FHA and VA loans require testing for lead and nitrites in addition to the state requirements. 


The DNR recommends you test your private well at least once a year for coliform bacteria contamination and any time you notice a change in how the water looks, tastes or smells. Even if your water looks, tastes and smells good, it can contain harmful bacteria and viruses.

water quality

Understanding your test results for bacteria, nitrates and arsenic per the Wisconsin DNR:

  • Stop drinking your water if the lab report indicates that bacteria is present in your water sample. Bacteria present in water is an indication that disease-causing bacteria may be present in the water. For more information, see Bacteriological contamination of drinking water link within this section.
  • If the lab reports elevated levels of arsenic (greater than 10 parts per billion (ug/l)), you may want to stop drinking the water. For more information, see Arsenic in Drinking Water link within this section.
  • If the lab reports elevated levels of nitrates (greater than 10 parts per million (mg/l)), avoid drinking the water if you are pregnant and stop giving the water to infants younger than six months or using the water to prepare infant formula. For more information, see Nitrate In Drinking Water link within this section.
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