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Virginia Cooperative Extension- Loudoun

Posted on: March 14, 2023

[ARCHIVED] VCE Loudoun Offers Reduced Cost Water Testing for Wells, Cisterns, Springs

Spring 2023 Water Testing

Do you have a well, cistern, or spring? Did you know that it is your responsibility to test your water to ensure that it is safe to drink for your family?

Registration for VCE Loudoun’s reduced cost water testing program is open this spring. The number of sample kits available is limited, so the earlier you sign up, the better. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/VCE-Loudoun-VAHWQP

The Virginia Household Water Quality Testing program provides water testing for wells, cisterns, or springs, and it aids with understanding test results and information about addressing problems. Click this link to watch a 1-minute video on how the program works - https://youtu.be/YZgEl6pk5Q4

Our program tests for the following 14 water quality parameters: Iron, manganese, nitrate, lead, arsenic, fluoride, sulfate, pH, total dissolved solids, hardness, sodium, copper, total coliform bacteria and E. coli bacteria.

A water testing kit costs $65. A comparable analysis at a private commercial lab would cost more than $300.

Please note that financial support is available for individuals/families who may need assistance covering this cost. Please e-mail us at svermaak@vt.edu if you are interested in a need-based scholarship.

How Does the Program Work?

  • Register and pay for your sample kit(s) at https://tinyurl.com/VCE-Loudoun-VAHWQP
  • Monday, April 3, 8:30am – 5:00pm: Pick up your sample kit at the VCE Loudoun office, 750 Miller Drive SE, Suite F3, Leesburg.
  • Wednesday, April 5, 7:00am – 10:00am: Collect samples at your home and drop them off outside our office located at 750 Mille Dr. SE, Suite F3, Leesburg, VA 20175 (drive-thru drop off).

Samples are then analyzed at Virginia Tech’s Research Lab. You will receive your confidential results, an explanation of what they mean, and information about addressing any problems via email about six weeks after the sample drop off.

If you’re unable to participate in our spring water testing program, you can sign up for our fall waitlist at: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/k3myH2s

If you have any questions, please send Stuart Vermaak an email (svermaak@vt.edu).

Sign up for VA Household Water Quality Program
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