A water quality testing company for Oregonians who drink water
Know what is in your water—and what to do next.
When something tastes funny, smells weird, or just doesn't seem right—don't just guess what steps to take next. Call us here at Waterlab and let's talk! Our expertise and knowledge will help you get started down the right path.
Start with a conversation. We'll help you narrow the options.
Accredited
ORELAP laboratory
Professional methods
Oregon rooted
Serving since 1977
Local water expertise
Real guidance
Knowledgeable staff
Before and after testing
A clearer path forward
You do not have to figure it out alone.
Water testing can feel complicated. We make the first step simple, help reduce unnecessary guesswork, and give you information you can act on.
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Tell us what concerns you
Share your water source, symptoms, or reason for testing. You do not need to know the name of every analysis before you call.
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Choose the right test
Knowledgeable lab staff help narrow the options and explain how to collect a sample correctly.
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Get results you can use
Receive accredited laboratory results—and a clearer understanding of what they mean and what to consider next.
Not sure which test fits? Tell us what is going on—we'll help you choose a sensible place to start.
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Start with your water source.
Choose the closest match below, or call us if your concern does not fit neatly into a category.
Coliform bacteria gets into wells when:
- 1Work is done on the water supply such as pipe replacement or repair of a pipe, well seal, pressure tank or a backflow
- 2Well seal is bad from lack of maintenance
- 3Surface water has gone down the OUTSIDE of the casing to the deeper water
- 4A backflow from an irrigation system, plumbed-in spa or pool, or other non-potable water use backflows into the well
OR there was a sampling error and the well is fine. However it may take several water samples to determine that.
In a sealed cased well that is maintained, surface water should be being held out. Surface water is where coliform bacteria live.
Private Wells & Homes
Get clear answers about bacteria, minerals, and contaminants in the water your family uses every day.
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Public Water Supply
Accredited analysis that supports public-water monitoring and regulatory requirements.
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Irrigation Water
Understand water quality for crops, livestock, and agricultural systems.
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Wastewater & Stormwater
Defensible data for treatment monitoring and environmental compliance.
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Confidence starts with how the work is done.
As a water quality testing company serving Oregon since 1977, we know the value of a test is not just a number on a page. It is knowing the sample was handled properly, the method is appropriate, and the result can support a better decision.
Accredited methods
ORELAP, EPA, and TNI accreditation supports results you can confidently use for health, property, and compliance decisions.
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Locally owned since 1977, with decades of experience testing the water sources and concerns found across our region.
Guidance from real people
Talk with knowledgeable staff who can help you avoid unnecessary testing and choose analysis that fits your concern.
Do You Need to Test Your Drinking Water in Oregon?
Answers to the questions Oregon and Salem residents ask most about drinking water testing.
Ten questions. Zero pressure.
How well do you know your water?
Take a quick, surprisingly fun quiz about common contamination risks—and learn when a laboratory test can give you a clearer answer.
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Your first step can be simple
Not sure what to test? Start with a conversation.
Tell us where your water comes from and what you are concerned about. Our staff will help you identify a practical place to begin.
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM