Water is the universal
solvent, and
it has the capability of dissolving just about anything. Because of
this unique property, water can easily become contaminated.
Serious contaminates such as Lead and E. Coli Bacteria may be
toxins affecting your family's health. Listed below are four
major
testing categories that can be examined when doing a water
test:
Inorganic--Minerals
and physical properties
Organic--Petroleum
products, gasoline,
fuel oil, and solvents
Microbiology--Coliform
and other bacteria
Radiology--Radon
gas Test Options
A Comprehensive Test
includes all
four testing categories: inorganic, organic, microbiology, and radon.
This test is good place to start. It is a powerful tool in detecting
contaminants commonly found in surface and deep well waters.
OxBow
does not include water test services, but I do
recommend
testing before buying your new home. For more information you
should contact your city water company or your county water
district. If you are suspicious of pesticides or herbicides,
you
need to let them know so they can be alert for it in your test.
Serious contaminates such as Lead and E. Coli Bacteria may be
toxins affecting your family's health. Listed below are four
major
testing categories that can be examined when doing a water
test: 
