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Flask of river water collected for water sampling services, Oakwater Laboratories Devon

Water Sampling Services in Devon & the UK

Sampling kits and laboratory testing for private and mains water supplies, from our laboratory in Bradninch near Exeter.

Our service

Testing for every type of water supply

We offer a range of tests, but the majority of clients choose the standard chemical and bacteriological examinations suite, which allows us to decide if the water is potable.

We test water from these types of supply:

  • Spring
  • Well
  • Borehole
  • Mains

Start by requesting a sampling kit and we will send you a bottle with full instructions, or see how our water testing works.

Scientist taking a sample in the field for laboratory analysis, Oakwater Laboratories

Reasons for examination

Why our clients have their water tested

If you have a specific problem with your water supply, we can guide you to the appropriate tests needed to investigate the problem.

  • Routine check
  • House purchase/sale
  • Local Authority requirement
  • Sale as bottled water
  • Complaint of taste/odour
  • Discolouration
  • Corrosion
  • New supply

Tests we offer

From single tests to the full routine suite

All prices are exclusive of VAT. View the full tests and prices page for lists of the parameters in each suite.

  • Routine chemical and bacteriological£188
  • Routine chemical£140
  • Routine bacteriological£75
  • Standard metals£72
  • Coliforms/E.coli£30
  • TVC 22°C and 37°C£15
  • Enterococci£30
  • Pseudomonas aeruginosa£30
  • Iron, manganese and pH£45

Questions about your water supply?

Email us and we will guide you to the appropriate tests. You can also request a sampling kit online.