Drinking Water Safety Test
A quick first check for your drinking water safety. Ideal for checking tap water in apartments, townhouses or a new home. Includes core microbiological and chemical parameters that meet the Estonian Ministry of Social Affairs’ drinking water requirements.
Why choose this package?
Analyzed parameters
Are there harmful bacteria in my water?
3 parameters| Parameter | Why it matters | EU limit | Accr. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coliform bacteria Indicate general microbiological contamination. Higher levels suggest surface water ingress. | Indicate general microbiological contamination. Higher levels suggest surface water ingress. | 0 PMÜ/100 ml | |
| E.Coli Reliable indicator of faecal contamination. A positive result requires immediate action. | Reliable indicator of faecal contamination. A positive result requires immediate action. | 0 PMÜ/100 ml | |
| Intestinal enterococci More resistant than E.Coli, indicating older contamination. Especially important for well water. | More resistant than E.Coli, indicating older contamination. Especially important for well water. | 0 PMÜ/100 ml |
Why does my water look or smell strange?
8 parameters| Parameter | Why it matters | EU limit | Accr. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron High iron causes brown stains and metallic taste. The most common problem in Estonian wells. | High iron causes brown stains and metallic taste. The most common problem in Estonian wells. | 200 µg/l | |
| Manganese Causes black stains on plumbing and in water. Harmful to health, especially in children. | Causes black stains on plumbing and in water. Harmful to health, especially in children. | 50 µg/l | |
| Ammonium May indicate nitrogen pollution. High levels make water unpleasant. | May indicate nitrogen pollution. High levels make water unpleasant. | 0,50 mg/l | |
| pH Water acidity/alkalinity. Too low corrodes pipes, too high causes limescale. | Water acidity/alkalinity. Too low corrodes pipes, too high causes limescale. | 6,5–9,5 | |
| Colour Coloured water may indicate iron, humic or fulvic acid content. | Coloured water may indicate iron, humic or fulvic acid content. | Aktsepteeritav | |
| Turbidity Shows particle content in water. Turbid water may also contain microorganisms. | Shows particle content in water. Turbid water may also contain microorganisms. | Aktsepteeritav | |
| Odor Unpleasant odour may indicate organic pollution, sulphur or bacterial activity. | Unpleasant odour may indicate organic pollution, sulphur or bacterial activity. | Aktsepteeritav | |
| Conductivity Reflects total dissolved substances in water. High values indicate mineralisation. | Reflects total dissolved substances in water. High values indicate mineralisation. | 2500 µS/cm |
How does it work?
Frequently asked questions
Yes, this package works well as an initial well water check. For a more comprehensive analysis, we recommend the simplified or complete well water package.
Well water should be tested at least once a year. Tap water is worth testing after moving to a new home or if you notice changes in taste, odour or appearance.
We include explanations for each parameter with your results. If bacteria are found, we recommend boiling water and consulting your local health authority. Chemical issues can often be resolved by installing an appropriate filter.
Ready to test your water?
Order now and get results in 10–14 business days. Free sample kit and return shipping.