Standard Real Estate Water Testing
A focused nine-analysis panel covering bacteria, lead, iron, nitrate, nitrite, pH, turbidity, and a chlorine field check.
What this nine-parameter panel covers
Total coliform and E. coli; lead and iron; nitrate and nitrite; pH and turbidity; plus an on-site chlorine measurement.
Common transaction useThis panel is commonly requested for real-estate transactions. The lender, agency, or other requesting party specifies which tests are required, so confirm that list before collection.
What the report containsResults report only the parameters included and tested in this package.
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pH
Technical details
Can indicate
- Corrosion of pipes
- Metallic taste
- Skin/eye irritation
- Reduced disinfection effectiveness
Common sources
- Method
- EPA 150.1
- Unit
- pH
- MDL
- 0.5
- RL
- 0.5
E. coli
Technical details
Can indicate
- Severe diarrhea
- Abdominal cramps
- Vomiting
- Fever
- In severe cases: kidney failure
Common sources
- Method
- SM 9223B
- Unit
- P/A
- MDL
- Not listed
- RL
- Not listed
Total Coliform
Technical details
Can indicate
- Indicates potential presence of harmful pathogens
- May cause gastrointestinal illness
- Immune system stress
Common sources
- Method
- SM 9223B
- Unit
- P/A
- MDL
- Not listed
- RL
- Not listed
Iron
Technical details
Can indicate
- Metallic taste
- Red/brown staining
- Bacterial growth
- Plumbing damage
Common sources
- Method
- EPA 200.7
- Unit
- PPM
- MDL
- 0.0466
- RL
- 0.1
Lead
Technical details
Can indicate
- Neurological damage
- Developmental delays in children
- High blood pressure
- Kidney damage
- Reproductive issues
Common sources
- Method
- EPA 200.8
- Unit
- PPM
- MDL
- 7.45E-05
- RL
- 0.0004
Turbidity
Technical details
Can indicate
- Indicates filtration effectiveness
- Can harbor pathogens
- Affects disinfection efficiency
- Aesthetic concerns
Common sources
- Method
- SM 2130 B
- Unit
- NTU
- MDL
- 0.25
- RL
- 1
Nitrate (as N)
Technical details
Can indicate
- At elevated levels, nitrate can reduce the blood's ability to carry oxygen
- Infants younger than six months are particularly susceptible to methemoglobinemia
Common sources
- Method
- EPA 300.0
- Unit
- PPM
- MDL
- 0.0765
- RL
- 0.1
Nitrite (as N)
Technical details
Can indicate
- At elevated levels, nitrite can reduce the blood's ability to carry oxygen
- Infants younger than six months are particularly susceptible to methemoglobinemia
Common sources
- Method
- EPA 300.0
- Unit
- PPM
- MDL
- 0.0355
- RL
- 0.1
Chlorine
Technical details
Can indicate
- Strong chemical taste and odor
- Skin and eye irritation
- Respiratory issues
- Formation of disinfection byproducts
Common sources
- Method
- Not listed
- Unit
- Not listed
- MDL
- Not listed
- RL
- Not listed
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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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