Water Test
Water Test | Water Purification | Plumbing | Fountain City
Crystal-clear, great-tasting water starts with knowing what’s really flowing from your tap. At HEP in Fountain City, our certified technicians arrive with state-of-the-art testing kits that reveal hidden minerals, contaminants, and imbalances in minutes. You get an easy-to-read report, friendly guidance, and the confidence that every faucet in your home can deliver safer, healthier water for family, pets, and appliances alike.
If those results show room for improvement, we’ll design a custom water purification plan—from point-of-entry filters to under-sink reverse osmosis systems—that fits your budget and lifestyle. Our licensed plumbers install everything in one visit, clean up like we were never there, and back the work with the HEP Happiness Guarantee. Ready to taste the difference Fountain City has been waiting for? Give us a call and turn your water worries into crystal-clear peace of mind today.
FAQs
Why should I have my Fountain City home’s water tested?
A professional water test identifies minerals, chemicals, and microorganisms that may be present in your tap or well water. Even though Fountain City’s municipal supply meets federal standards, issues such as aging pipes, agricultural runoff, and naturally hard groundwater can still affect taste, odor, appliance efficiency, and health. Testing pinpoints the exact makeup of your water so we can recommend the right filtration or conditioning solution instead of a one-size-fits-all system.
What contaminants are commonly found in Fountain City’s water supply?
Our tests most often detect elevated hardness (calcium and magnesium), chlorine or chloramine disinfectants, iron, manganese, hydrogen sulfide (which causes rotten-egg odors), and, in some rural wells, nitrates or coliform bacteria. While not all of these pose immediate health risks, they can stain fixtures, shorten appliance life, or cause unpleasant tastes and smells. Knowing the specific levels helps us tailor a treatment plan that targets only the contaminants you have.
How is a professional water test performed and how long does it take?
We start by taking samples from various taps in sterilized containers. Basic field tests for hardness, pH, iron, and total dissolved solids give on-the-spot readings in about 15 minutes. For more comprehensive analysis—such as heavy metals, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), or bacterial culture—we send sealed samples to an EPA-certified laboratory in Knoxville. Lab results are usually returned within 3–5 business days, after which we schedule a consultation to review the report and treatment options.
What treatment options do you offer if my test shows problems?
Depending on the findings, we may recommend: (1) whole-house water softeners for hardness, (2) catalytic carbon or mixed-media filters to remove chlorine, chloramine, and chemical tastes, (3) iron and manganese reduction systems, (4) reverse osmosis (RO) units for drinking water to eliminate nitrates, lead, or VOCs, and (5) UV disinfection for coliform bacteria. All systems are sized to match your home’s flow rate and water chemistry, and we handle installation, maintenance, and follow-up testing.
Will a whole-house water purification system increase my plumbing’s lifespan?
Yes. Hard water scale and dissolved iron can corrode pipes, clog water heaters, and reduce the efficiency of dishwashers, washing machines, and tankless heaters. By removing these minerals and chemicals, a purification system keeps your plumbing lines clean, helps appliances run at their designed efficiency, lowers energy bills, and reduces the need for repairs—often extending equipment life by 5–10 years or more.
How often should I retest my water after installing purification equipment?
We recommend a quick check of treated water once a year to ensure your system is still operating within specification and to catch any new changes in source water quality. If you rely on a private well, seasonal testing (spring and late summer) is advisable because rainfall patterns and agricultural activity can alter groundwater chemistry. Routine testing lets us adjust filter media, resin, or UV lamps proactively so your water stays clean and safe.