Chanalytical Labs emphasizes the importance of water testing for homeowners, particularly those with private wells. It suggests starting with bacteria testing, followed by general quality panels and metals testing, especially
Private well owners often overlook water quality fluctuations throughout the year. Seasonal changes introduce various contaminants, with spring posing risks from runoff, summer increasing concentration, fall stabilizing pollutants, and winter
Maine’s PFAS crisis is intensifying with stricter drinking water standards, new landlord testing mandates, and over 1,000 contaminated sites under investigation. Learn what the latest regulations mean for your well
If your well water smells, the cause is often hydrogen sulfide, naturally occurring bacteria, dissolved metals like iron, or environmental changes affecting groundwater. Odor alone does not determine severity or
Chanalytical Laboratories follows a four-step procedure: collect and drop off, process the sample, analyze in the lab, and report the results. Each step is designed to provide clear, measurable data
A water testing laboratory measures what substances are present in a water sample at a specific moment in time. Testing does not issue verdicts or guarantees. It provides measurable data
