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Water Testing for Pesticides

A selected nine-compound panel spanning three herbicides, two pesticides, two plasticizers, one petroleum-related compound, and one SVOC; it is not exhaustive pesticide testing.

Scope9 analyses
Customer turnaroundQuoted when scheduled

Lab processing estimate: 10 business days

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What it measures

A selected nine-compound panel, not exhaustive pesticide testing. Glyphosate requires separate testing.

Why homeowners choose it

When land use, property history, or a transaction request points toward this selected pesticide panel.

What results can help explain

The results show which listed analyses were reported and can help focus follow-up questions.

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Alachlor

Herbicides
Technical details

Can indicate

  • Cancer risk
  • Eye and skin irritation
  • Liver effects
  • Kidney damage

Common sources

Herbicide useAgricultural runoffCorn and soybean farmingChemical manufacturing
Method
EPA 525.2
Unit
PPB
MDL
0.02
RL
0.2

Atrazine

Herbicides
Technical details

Can indicate

  • Endocrine disruption
  • Cancer risk
  • Reproductive effects
  • Cardiovascular problems

Common sources

Herbicide useAgricultural runoffCorn productionGroundwater contamination
Method
EPA 525.2
Unit
PPB
MDL
0.03
RL
0.1

Benzo(a)pyrene

Petroleum Compounds
Technical details
Method
EPA 525.2
Unit
PPB
MDL
0.01
RL
0.02

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) adipate

Plasticizers
Technical details
Method
EPA 525.2
Unit
PPB
MDL
0.3
RL
0.6

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

Plasticizers
Technical details
Method
EPA 525.2
Unit
PPB
MDL
0.49
RL
0.6

Hexachlorobenzene

Pesticides
Technical details
Method
EPA 525.2
Unit
PPB
MDL
0.02
RL
0.1

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene

SVOCs
Technical details
Method
EPA 525.2
Unit
PPB
MDL
0.02
RL
0.1

Methoxychlor

Pesticides
Technical details

Can indicate

  • Endocrine disruption
  • Reproductive effects
  • Liver damage
  • Cancer risk

Common sources

Pesticide useAgricultural applicationLivestock treatmentEnvironmental contamination
Method
EPA 525.2
Unit
PPB
MDL
0.07
RL
0.1

Simazine

Herbicides
Technical details

Can indicate

  • Cancer risk
  • Endocrine disruption
  • Liver effects
  • Reproductive problems

Common sources

Herbicide useAgricultural runoffAquatic weed controlIndustrial areas
Method
EPA 525.2
Unit
PPB
MDL
0.02
RL
0.07

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Daisy Rezende, co-owner of Smart Home Inspects and specialist in mold, radon, and water quality inspections

About the Author – Daisy Rezende

Daisy Rezende is the co-owner of Smart Home Inspects and Smart Home Radon, where she specializes in radon, mold-related, and water quality inspection work. Her verified credentials include NRPP Radon Measurement Professional, Multi-Family Measurement Certificate (MFM), NRPP Soil Gas Mitigation Compliance Inspector, and Maryland water-sampler certification.

Her work focuses on clear measurement, careful documentation, and helping property owners and professionals understand the environmental information relevant to a property.

With a background that combines technical expertise and community leadership, Daisy brings clarity and professionalism to every inspection. Her mission is simple: to help clients understand their environment, protect their health, and make confident decisions about their properties.

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