Oakwater Laboratories, Bradninch
Water Sampling & Testing in Exeter, Devon
Chemical and bacteriological water testing for private supplies, with sampling kits sent to you anywhere in the UK.
- Routine chemical and bacteriological suite from £188
- Bacteriological results in around 3 days
- Your invoice comes with your report
About Oakwater Laboratories
Water testing you can rely on, from our Devon laboratory
At Oakwater Laboratories, we offer a range of tests, but the majority of clients choose the standard chemical and bacteriological examinations suite.
This consists of a specifically chosen set of parameters which allow us to decide if the water is potable. Contact us for water sampling kits, see the full list of water tests and prices, or read our guide to taking a water sample.
Water sampling services
Everything you need to test your water
From how our service works to what happens once your sample reaches the lab, find everything in one place.
How It Works
From requesting a kit to receiving your report and invoice, step by step.
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Tests & Prices
Our full price list, from the routine chemical and bacteriological suite to single tests.
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How To Take A Sample
Please read these notes before taking a water sample, so your results are representative.
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Water Submission Form
Tell us about your supply and the examinations you need, online or on the printable form.
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Processing Times & Results
How long testing takes and what your data sheet and accompanying report will show.
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Directions
Bringing your sample in person? Directions to our laboratory in Bradninch from the M5.
Find out moreWhy choose us
A clear answer on whether your water is safe to drink
Chemical and bacteriological testing
Our standard examinations suite is a specifically chosen set of parameters which allow us to decide if your water is potable.
Results checked against the regulations
Your data sheet is annotated if any values are higher than those prescribed by the Drinking Water Regulations.
Advice on the right tests
If you have a specific problem with your water supply, we can guide you to the appropriate tests needed to investigate it.
Near Exeter, serving the UK
Oakwater Laboratories is based in Bradninch, near Exeter, but can offer our service throughout the UK.
Our most popular test
Routine chemical and bacteriological examination
The suite most of our clients choose. We will send your results on a data sheet with an accompanying report explaining them in greater detail, and your invoice comes with your report.
- Results on a data sheet, annotated against the Drinking Water Regulations
- An accompanying report explaining your results
- Your invoice comes with your report
Areas we cover
Based near Exeter, testing water from across the UK
Oakwater Laboratories are based near Exeter but can offer service throughout the UK. Samples can be posted, sent by courier or brought to our laboratory in Bradninch. Find directions to Oakwater Laboratories from the M5.
| Monday - Friday | 9am - 4:30pm |
| Saturday & Sunday | Closed |
By post
Print out the sample submission form and send it with your sample in the post.
By courier
Please let us know if you are sending your sample by courier so that we can make sure someone is available to receive it.
In person
Bring your sample to our laboratory in Bradninch, within 6 hours of sampling where possible for bacteriological analysis.
Questions about your water supply?
Email us and we will guide you to the appropriate tests. You can also request a sampling kit online.