Water Testing
Water Testing | Water Purification | Plumbing | Maryville
Crystal-clear, great-tasting water starts with knowing exactly what’s flowing from your tap. HEP’s licensed plumbers in Maryville begin with thorough testing that identifies minerals, contaminants, and imbalances unique to your home. Once we have a precise readout, our specialists design a custom water purification solution—whether that means a whole-house filtration system, a point-of-use reverse-osmosis unit, or targeted softening equipment—to eliminate impurities and protect your pipes, appliances, and family’s health.
From the first water sample to final installation, we handle every step in-house, so you enjoy quick turnaround times, honest pricing, and workmanship backed by a satisfaction guarantee. Ready to taste the difference? Schedule a test today and see why Maryville homeowners trust HEP to keep every glass refreshingly pure.
FAQs
Why should I have my Maryville home’s water tested?
Testing identifies contaminants such as excess chlorine, hardness minerals, lead, bacteria, pesticides, and PFAS that are occasionally detected in Blount County’s water sources. Knowing what is in your water allows you to choose the proper filtration or softening equipment, protect your family’s health, and prolong the life of plumbing fixtures and water-using appliances.
How often do you recommend water testing?
For private wells, test at least once a year or immediately after flooding, construction, or any noticeable change in taste, odor, or color. For homes on the Maryville municipal supply, a full lab analysis every 2–3 years is sufficient, with quick on-site hardness and chlorine checks performed annually.
What types of tests do you perform?
Our licensed technicians can run on-site tests for pH, hardness, iron, manganese, total dissolved solids, and free/total chlorine. We also collect lab samples for bacteria (total coliform & E. coli), lead, copper, nitrates/nitrites, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), pesticides, and emerging contaminants such as PFAS. Results are provided in an easy-to-read report that compares your levels to EPA and Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation standards.
What purification systems do you offer if problems are found?
Depending on the test results, we design solutions that may include: • Whole-house carbon filtration to remove chlorine, taste, and odor. • Water softeners for hardness, iron, and manganese. • Reverse-osmosis drinking-water units for lead, nitrates, and PFAS. • UV sterilizers for bacterial contamination. • Specialty media filters for sulfur or high sediment. All equipment is sized to your home’s flow rate and backed by local installation and service.
How much does professional water testing and treatment cost?
Basic in-home screening is free with a service call. Comprehensive laboratory packages start around $149 for city-water customers and $229 for well owners. Treatment system costs vary: point-of-use RO units average $450–$850 installed, whole-house softeners $1,200–$2,500, and multi-stage filtration systems $1,800–$3,500. We provide written estimates up front and offer financing on larger projects.
Will the installation disrupt my household water service?
Most residential water purification systems can be installed in 3–6 hours. We shut off water only during the final tie-in, typically 30–45 minutes, and schedule the work at your convenience. After installation, we flush the lines, retest the water to verify performance, and explain routine maintenance like salt refilling or filter changes so you can enjoy clean, great-tasting water immediately.