45 million Americans rely on private wells with zero federal oversight. Test yours.
Well Water Test Kit
Because No One Else is checking.
Private well owners have zero federal oversight. The EPA's Safe Drinking Water Act does not apply to you. No utility. No annual inspections. No federal testing. A well water test kit is the only way to know what's in your water.
EPA-certified methods, same as used by state agencies
The Well Water Difference
Three things city water drinkers
don't have to worry about, but you do
Zero Federal Oversight
The EPA's Safe Drinking Water Act explicitly excludes private wells serving fewer than 25 people. Your local health department may offer voluntary testing, but no one is coming to check. Compliance is entirely voluntary.
Contaminants Unique to Wells
City water is treated. Well water comes straight from the aquifer and picks up whatever the geology and your neighbors put into it. Arsenic, nitrates from agriculture, iron, manganese, and heavy metals are common in well water and completely undetectable by taste or smell.
Wells Change Over Time
A well that tested clean in 2018 may not be clean today. Heavy rainfall, flooding, agricultural runoff, aging infrastructure, and seasonal variation all affect groundwater quality. One-time testing gives false reassurance. Annual testing is the standard of care.
Know What You're Drinking
What lurks in well water
These are the six categories of concern for private well owners. All are undetectable without lab testing.
Choose Your Kit
Well Water Testing PACKAGES
EPA-certified methods. Prepaid shipping included. Digital report with actionable recommendations.
Real Estate Well Water
Best for: Buyers and sellers who need a certified potable water check before closing.
- 10 metals: Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Iron, Manganese, Chromium, Barium, Beryllium, Cadmium, Selenium
- Water chemistry: Total Alkalinity, Hardness, Dissolved Solids
- Key inorganics: Fluoride, Nitrates, Nitrite, Sulfate, Chloride
- Digital report with plain-English results
Home Safety Screen
Best for: Homeowners and families who want metals coverage plus PFAS, the invisible threat regulators don't test for.
- 18 PFAS compounds: "forever chemicals" not covered by real estate tests
- Heavy metals: Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Chromium, Manganese, Selenium
- Water chemistry: Hardness, TDS, Sulfate, Chloride, Orthophosphates
- Digital report with plain-English results & next steps
Ultimate Water Safety Suite
Best for: Well owners near industrial or military sites, or anyone who wants zero blind spots.
- Everything in Home Safety, plus:
- 25 PFAS compounds: the broadest panel available
- Full toxic metals suite: adds Mercury, Nickel, Cadmium, Beryllium, Antimony
- Total Alkalinity: corrosion indicator critical for well plumbing
All kits include prepaid return shipping and a comprehensive digital report. No subscription.
Why KETOS KELP?
Not all well water tests are equal
| Feature | Home Test Strips | KETOS KELP |
|---|---|---|
| Detects Nitrates at Safe Limits | Approximate only | Parts-per-billion precision |
| Arsenic Detection | No | Yes, full metals panel |
| Parameters Tested | 5–10 basic | 35+ including heavy metals |
| Digital Report & Guidance | No | Comprehensive analysis |
| Expert Support | No | Included |
| Regulatory Quality | Consumer-grade | EPA-certified methods |
Simple Process
How it works
Order Your Kit
Select your package. We ship the kit to your door with everything you need: bottles, instructions, and a prepaid return label.
Collect Your Sample
Follow simple step-by-step instructions to fill the labeled vials from your well water tap. Takes about 10 minutes.
Get Your Results
Drop the package at any UPS location using the prepaid label. Your digital report arrives in 5-7 business days with clear pass/fail indicators and next steps.
FAQ
Well Water Testing QUESTIONS
Private wells should be tested annually for nitrates and nitrites (especially if you have infants or are pregnant), pH (affects pipe corrosion and metal leaching), and hardness (calcium and magnesium).
Every 3–5 years, or any time you notice changes in taste, color, or odor, test for a broader panel including heavy metals (lead, arsenic, manganese, iron) and inorganic compounds like fluoride and sulfates. After flooding or nearby construction, test immediately.
Note: KELP tests for chemical contaminants. For biological testing (bacteria, E. coli), contact your local health department or county extension office, as that requires a separate microbial test.
No. The EPA's Safe Drinking Water Act explicitly does not cover private wells. If your home is served by a private well, not a municipal water system, no federal agency is required to test or monitor your water quality.
Some states have voluntary testing programs or testing requirements when buying/selling a home, but ongoing monitoring is your responsibility. The CDC recommends testing at least once per year.
The CDC recommends annual testing for nitrates, pH, and heavy metals at minimum. Test more frequently, or immediately, if:
• There has been flooding or heavy rainfall near your well
• You notice changes in water taste, color, or odor
• A new baby joins the household
• Your well is near agricultural land, industrial sites, or a septic system
A well that tested clean five years ago may not be clean today. Groundwater conditions change with seasons, land use, and infrastructure age.
Home test strips cannot detect arsenic, nitrates at health-relevant concentrations, or heavy metals at parts-per-billion levels. They give a rough indication of pH and chlorine, not the chemical contaminants that pose the greatest health risk in well water.
For well water chemical safety, EPA-certified methods are the only reliable approach. Strips give a false sense of security for the contaminants that matter most, the ones you can't see, smell, or taste.
Your digital report includes clear pass/fail indicators for each parameter compared to EPA health guidelines, along with specific, actionable recommendations based on your results.
If contamination is detected, the report will guide you on: the right type of filtration system for your specific contaminant(s), whether to contact your local health department or well contractor, and interim steps to reduce exposure while you address the issue.
Our support team is also available at ketoslab@stagingapp18527.cloudwayssites.com if you have follow-up questions about your results.
For buyers and sellers who need a certified potable water check for a real estate transaction, the Real Estate Well Water package ($199) covers 10 metals plus full water chemistry: 18 parameters, meeting most lender and state requirements.
For homeowners who live on the property and want ongoing protection, the Home Safety Screen ($549) adds 18 PFAS compounds on top of the Real Estate panel, covering the "forever chemicals" that no real estate test includes.
The Ultimate Water Safety Suite ($699) is for well owners near industrial or military sites, anyone buying a home with unknown history, or anyone who wants the most complete picture available: 25 PFAS compounds plus the full toxic metals suite.
If you're unsure, email us at info@stagingapp18527.cloudwayssites.com and we'll help you choose based on your location and situation.
Your well. Your water. Your call.
Nobody's coming to test it for you. An annual well water test is the single most important thing you can do to protect your family's drinking water.
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