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Well & water · West CT branch

Water testing in Plymouth, CT

Know what is in your well water. A quick in-house test for the basics, or a full lab panel when you are buying a house, have a baby on the way or just want to be sure.

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Test prices
Two tests
Starting prices
  • Basic in-house testFrom $150
  • Lab test with bacteriaFrom $370
  • Members, basic testFrom $130
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Included free with the Family Protection Plan.
From$150Basic water test
From$370Full lab panel
24HRTo the lab
1WKTypical lab results

What is included

What each test checks.

  • Basic testpH, hardness, iron and total dissolved solids, tested in house.
  • BacteriaTotal coliform and E. coli, in the lab test.
  • MetalsCopper, iron, lead, manganese, sodium, calcium and magnesium.
  • ContaminantsArsenic, uranium, radon, nitrate, nitrite and fluoride.
  • Water qualitypH, turbidity, color, odor, chloride, sulfate and hardness.
  • Clear resultsWe explain the results and what, if anything, to do about them.
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Water testing visits

Starting prices

Water test prices.

Two tests cover almost every reason to test a well.

Family Protection Plan
Included
Plumbing Protection Partnership
Included
Water test starting prices · Drainworks 2026 pricebook
ServiceWhat it coversStarting at
Basic water test
In house
pH, hardness, iron and total dissolved solids. Does not include bacteria.
From$150
Members from $130
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Laboratory test with bacteria
Outside lab
Coliform, E. coli, metals, lead, arsenic, uranium, radon, nitrate and more. Results in about a week.
From$370
Members from $350
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The basic water test does not qualify for other discounts. Lab samples go to the lab within 24 hours. Starting prices from our 2026 pricebook. A real person confirms your price before anything is scheduled.

How it works

Sample. Test. Explain.

We collect the sample so it is done right.

  1. 01

    Sample

    We draw the sample from the right tap the right way.

  2. 02

    Test

    Basic tests are run in house. Lab samples go out within 24 hours.

  3. 03

    Explain

    You get the results and a plan if anything needs treatment.

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Questions

Water testing, answered.

Answers from licensed plumbers and septic installers. Still unsure? Call West CT at (860) 248-6262.

How often should I test my well water?
Test for bacteria every year, and run a full panel every few years or when the taste, smell or color changes.
How much does a well water test cost?
A basic in-house test starts from $150 at Drainworks. A full laboratory test with bacteria starts from $370.
Is water testing included in a membership?
Yes. The Family Protection Plan and the Plumbing Protection Partnership both include a basic water test.

Membership

Total home peace of mind.

Everything in the Septic Protection Plan plus whole-home plumbing coverage: yearly plumbing inspection, a water test, waived dispatch fees and extended warranties.

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Family Protection Plan

Most complete
Plumbing and septic, one membership
$35.99per month · 24 months

Or $864 paid up front for the full term.

  • Automatic pump-out every two years
  • Yearly septic inspection and filter cleaning
  • Yearly whole-home plumbing inspection and water test
  • Waived dispatch fees and priority scheduling
  • 3-year warranty on qualified installs and repairs

On a well? Know your water.

Water testing across western Connecticut from $150.

West CT · call or text (860) 248-6262