Arsenic Check
Measures arsenic, a naturally occurring contaminant common in many groundwater regions.
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The Arsenic Check measures the level of arsenic in your well water. Arsenic is a naturally occurring element that dissolves into groundwater from rock and soil, and it is found at elevated levels in many parts of the country - often with no industrial source nearby. It is completely invisible, with no taste, color, or smell. The EPA drinking-water limit is 10 parts per billion, but health effects are linked to long-term exposure even at lower levels, so a precise measurement matters. This kit tells you exactly where your arsenic level stands against the EPA standard.
What it tests for
- Total arsenic (reported in parts per billion)
- Comparison against the EPA 10 ppb drinking-water limit
- A baseline you can monitor over time
Why it matters
Long-term arsenic exposure is linked to skin, bladder, and lung cancers and other serious health effects, and because it is naturally occurring and invisible, many affected well owners have no idea. Routine bacteria and nitrate testing does not include arsenic, so a dedicated test is the only way to know - and if it is elevated, effective treatment options exist.
Who it is for: Best for any private-well owner in a region known for natural arsenic (your state health department can tell you), and especially important for new wells with no testing history. Worth checking periodically since levels can change over time. Not part of a standard test.
How home sampling works
No technician visit required. You collect the sample yourself in a few minutes and mail it to the lab.
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Order online
Choose your test and check out. Your kit ships to your door with everything you need to collect a sample at home.
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Collect your sample
Follow the step-by-step instructions in the kit to fill the sample bottles straight from your tap or wellhead. It takes just a few minutes.
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Mail it back
Drop the prepaid package in the mail. Your sample is sent directly to the certified lab for analysis.
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Get clear results
You receive an easy-to-read report explaining what was found, how it compares to drinking-water guidelines, and what to do next.
Frequently asked questions
- Where does arsenic in well water come from?
- Most arsenic in private wells is natural - it dissolves into groundwater from surrounding rock and soil. Some regions have naturally high levels with no industrial source. Your state health department can tell you if your area is known for arsenic.
- Can I taste or see arsenic?
- No. Arsenic is colorless, odorless, and tasteless. Laboratory testing is the only way to detect it.
- What if my arsenic is above the limit?
- Use an alternate source for drinking and cooking while you act. Treatment options such as reverse osmosis, adsorptive media, or anion exchange can remove arsenic; choose a system rated for it and retest after installation.
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Order the Arsenic Check and get clear, lab-backed results with guidance on exactly what to do next.
Order this test$67.00
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