In-home Water Test
In-home Water Test | Water Purification | Plumbing | Athens
Imagine turning on the tap in your Athens home and knowing, with scientific certainty, exactly what’s in every crystal-clear drop. HEP’s licensed plumbers bring the lab to you, performing a quick, mess-free in-home water test that exposes hidden minerals, contaminants, and imbalances that affect taste, health, and even the lifespan of your pipes and appliances. You’ll see real-time results, get straightforward answers, and understand how local water conditions are impacting your daily life.
Armed with those insights, our team designs a tailor-made treatment plan that fits your budget and your family’s needs. From advanced filtration to full-house softening systems, every solution is engineered for lasting performance and easy maintenance—so the only thing you notice is pure, refreshing water in every glass. Discover how simple and affordable effective water purification can be with HEP; schedule your complimentary test today and enjoy Athens water at its absolute best.
FAQs
Why should I have my home water tested in Athens?
Athens’ water quality can vary from neighborhood to neighborhood due to aging pipes, local geology, and seasonal runoff from the surrounding hills. A professional in-home water test pinpoints the exact contents of the water coming out of your taps—something a city-wide report or a store-bought strip cannot do. Knowing the precise levels of hardness minerals, chlorine, heavy metals, and possible microbial contaminants allows you to choose a purification system that is neither over- nor under-engineered, saving money while protecting your family’s health and your plumbing fixtures.
What contaminants are commonly found in Athens municipal or well water?
Our testing in the Athens area frequently detects elevated hardness (calcium and magnesium), chlorine by-products from municipal disinfection, iron and manganese from older pipes, and, in certain wells, trace amounts of arsenic or nitrates from agricultural activity. While most levels fall within federal guidelines, even “safe” concentrations can cause scale buildup, metallic taste, staining, or health concerns for sensitive individuals. A detailed analysis identifies whether you need simple taste and odor improvement, scale control, or more advanced removal of specific metals or chemicals.
How is an in-home water test performed and how long does it take?
A certified technician collects water samples from your kitchen tap and, if you have one, the outside hose bib to compare pre- and post-plumbing conditions. On-site we run instant field tests for hardness, pH, total dissolved solids (TDS), chlorine, and iron. The visit typically lasts 30–45 minutes. For more complex screenings—such as lead, arsenic, pesticides, or bacteria—the technician ships sealed samples to an independent state-accredited laboratory. Lab results are usually ready within 3–5 business days and are delivered to you with a plain-language explanation and recommendations.
How accurate are your test results and are they certified?
Our rapid in-home tests use calibrated digital meters and reagents that meet EPA Method standards for field screening, ensuring accuracy within ±5 %. For regulated contaminants that require definitive identification—lead, arsenic, coliform bacteria, VOCs—we rely on a Georgia Environmental Protection Division-certified laboratory. Each lab report cites the specific EPA method used and includes quality-control blanks and duplicates. These certified results are accepted by real-estate agents, mortgage lenders, and local health authorities should you need documentation for property transactions or compliance.
What purification options do you offer based on test results?
We match solutions to the exact issues revealed in your report. For hardness or scale, we install salt-based or salt-free water softeners. Persistent chlorine taste and odor are addressed with whole-house catalytic carbon systems. Elevated iron or manganese calls for an air-induction or greensand filter. If the lab finds lead, arsenic, or nitrates, we recommend point-of-use reverse-osmosis (RO) units or whole-house specialty media tanks. All equipment is sized to your home’s flow rate to maintain water pressure and is backed by manufacturer warranties and our local service plans.
How often should I retest my water and maintain purification systems?
We advise an annual quick check for hardness, chlorine, and TDS to verify your equipment is performing properly, plus a full laboratory analysis every three years—or immediately after plumbing repairs, flooding, or nearby construction. Filter cartridges in RO systems generally need replacing every 6–12 months, softener resin requires periodic salt top-ups, and whole-house carbon media lasts 5–7 years depending on usage. Our maintenance program includes scheduled testing, filter changes, and system sanitization so you never have to track dates or specifications yourself.