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Water testing in Georgia

Where to get your water tested in Georgia: mail-in labs certified in Georgia, who certifies labs there, typical costs and what to test for. We're adding Georgia's local certified labs next.

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Labs come from state lab accreditation records. Accreditation is granted test by test and must be renewed, so confirm the lab is currently certified for the tests you need before you collect a sample.

Coming soonCertified labs in Georgia on our list
-Counties with a listed lab
-Labs certified for bacteria (coliform)
1Mail-in labs certified in Georgia

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How mail-in testing works

How to get your water tested in Georgia

  1. Pick a certified lab. In Georgia, drinking water labs are certified by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
  2. Choose your tests. For a private well, the EPA recommends testing every year for total coliform bacteria, nitrates, total dissolved solids and pH. Add local concerns like arsenic, lead or PFAS.
  3. Get the lab's bottles. Use the lab's sterile bottles and follow its instructions exactly. Bacteria samples usually have to reach the lab within about a day.
  4. Check the results against EPA limits with our results checker, and retest after any repair or treatment.

Certifying agencies: State programs that certify labs to conduct drinking water analyses (US EPA).

What water testing costs in Georgia

Prices vary by lab. These are one state lab's published fees, so you have a benchmark when you call around. See the full cost guide.

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Just need a lab? Every certified lab is listed above with directions.

Common questions

Where can I get my water tested in Georgia?

1 mail-in lab is also certified in Georgia. Labs are certified by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, so confirm the lab is certified for the specific tests you need.

How much does well water testing cost in Georgia?

A basic bacteria test costs about $35 at a state public health lab, and bacteria plus nitrate about $70. Full homeowner packages run a few hundred dollars. Call two or three labs for current prices.

How often should I test my well in Georgia?

The EPA recommends testing a private well every year for total coliform bacteria, nitrates, total dissolved solids and pH, and right away after flooding, well repairs, or a change in taste, color or smell.

Is a mail-in kit as good as a local lab?

If the lab analyzing it is certified in your state for those tests, yes. For a home sale, check whether your lender requires the sample to be collected by the lab or an inspector.