These are analyses of water samples to determine clogging and corrosion activity and potential.  In this analysis, two water samples are taken, one soon after turning on the well pump after a period of rest, and a second after casing water is evacuated. We advise on how to determine when these should be taken.

“Casing flush sample” analysis includes: pH, alkalinity, TDS, conductivity, iron, manganese, calcium, Saturation Index, heterotrophic, sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB), iron-precipitating bacteria (IPB) and microscopic evaluation.  

“Aquifer” analysis includes: pH, alkalinity, bicarbonate, carbonates, chloride, total dissolved solids, conductivity, total hardness, calcium, magnesium, copper, iron, manganese, phosphate, nitrate, silica, sulfate, tannin, potassium, sodium, chlorine, Saturation Index, heterotrophic bacteria, SRB, IPB, and microscopic evaluation.