What's Really In
Your Water?
Professional-grade water testing delivered to your door. Get a comprehensive lab report with actionable results — all for just $99.
Why Test Your Water?
Your utility's annual report tests water at the treatment plant — not at your tap. Here's what can happen between the plant and your glass.
Aging Pipes
9.2M U.S. homes still have lead service lines. Your plumbing can leach lead, copper, and other metals into your drinking water.
Learn MoreForever Chemicals
PFAS contamination affects 49% of U.S. tap water. These "forever chemicals" don't break down and accumulate in your body over time.
Learn MoreMicroplastics
93% of bottled water and most tap water contain microplastic particles. Standard municipal treatment doesn't remove them.
Learn MoreUnregulated Wells
43M Americans on private wells have no EPA oversight. Nitrates, bacteria, and agricultural chemicals often go undetected.
Learn MoreTest Every Water Source In Your Home
Water quality affects more than just what you drink. From your shower to your garden, every water source in your home deserves to be tested. Explore our in-depth guides for each use case.
Drinking & Cooking
The most critical test. Lead, PFAS, bacteria, microplastics — know exactly what's in the water your family drinks and cooks with every day.
Learn MoreShower & Bath
You absorb up to 6x more chlorine in a 10-minute shower than drinking 8 glasses of water. Test for DBPs, chloramine, and hard water.
Learn MoreDishwashing
Hard water spots, biofilm on 'clean' dishes, and chemical residue from detergent-water interactions. Your dishes may not be as clean as you think.
Learn MoreLaundry & Clothes
Hard water shortens fabric life by 25%, requires 50% more detergent, and causes graying and stiffness. It costs families $200–600/year extra.
Learn MoreCar Washing
Water spots from minerals etch into clear coat and paint over time. Professional detailers use 0 TDS water for a reason.
Learn MoreBaby & Infant
Infants absorb 40–50% of ingested lead vs 3–10% for adults. EPA 'safe' levels aren't designed for developing immune systems and brains.
Learn MorePet Water
Smaller body weight = higher relative contaminant exposure. Cats face 14x the exposure of humans. Algae toxins in outdoor bowls can be fatal.
Learn MorePool & Spa
27,000+ recreational water illness cases annually. Chemical balance, Legionella in hot tubs, and cryptosporidium resistance to chlorine.
Learn MoreGarden & Irrigation
Chlorine damages roots, sodium builds up in soil, and heavy metals accumulate in your vegetables. If you grow food, test your water.
Learn MoreOne-on-One Consultation With a Certified Hydrologist
Every test includes a free 15-minute phone consultation. But if you want deeper guidance — system recommendations, plumbing analysis, or ongoing water management — our certified hydrologists are available for extended one-on-one consultations.
Walk through every contaminant, understand risk levels, and get context for your specific geography
Not generic advice — specific filtration systems matched to your water chemistry and household needs
Quarterly check-ins, re-testing schedules, and system maintenance guidance from your dedicated expert
Talk to an Expert
Our certified hydrologists have 10+ years of field experience and will give you honest, unbiased guidance — no sales pitch.
How It Works
From ordering to results in about two weeks. Every step is designed to be simple — we handle the hard part.
Order Your Kit
Fill out a quick form with your address and water source info. We'll ship a professional-grade sample collection kit straight to your door — everything you need included.
Collect Your Sample
Follow our simple instructions to collect a water sample from your tap. No special skills needed — we walk you through exactly where, when, and how to collect for the most accurate results.
Ship It Back
Drop your sealed sample in the prepaid return box and ship it back. Our temperature-controlled packaging ensures your sample stays viable during transit to our lab partner.
Lab Analysis
Your sample is analyzed by our certified lab partner using EPA-approved methods. We test for 100+ contaminants across 8 categories — the same methods used by municipal water systems.
Get Your Report
Receive a comprehensive, easy-to-understand report with your results, health-based benchmarks, and personalized recommendations. No jargon — just clear answers about what's in your water.
What We Test For
Our lab analyzes 100+ individual contaminants across 8 major categories using EPA-certified methods.
Lead & Heavy Metals
Including lead, copper, arsenic, mercury, and chromium-6
Learn MorePFAS / Forever Chemicals
PFOA, PFOS, and other per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances
Learn MoreMicroplastics
Particle count and type identification via microscopy
Learn MoreBacteria & Pathogens
E. coli, coliform bacteria, and other biological contaminants
Learn MoreChlorine & DBPs
Chlorine, chloramine, THMs, and haloacetic acids
Learn MoreNitrates & Nitrites
Agricultural runoff indicators and nitrogen compounds
Learn MoreHardness & Minerals
Calcium, magnesium, iron, manganese, and TDS
Learn MorepH & Corrosivity
Langelier Saturation Index and corrosion potential
Learn MoreSample Report Preview
View Full Sample Report* This is a sample visualization. Your actual report will include all 100+ parameters.
What You Will Receive in Your Report
Every $99 test includes a comprehensive, science-backed report with personalized recommendations
8 Category Scores
Each category graded A+ to F with a detailed score breakdown, EPA/WHO benchmarks, and trend analysis
100+ Contaminant Results
Individual results for every tested parameter with detected levels, regulatory limits, and pass/fail status
Actionable Solutions
Personalized filtration and treatment recommendations based on your specific water chemistry results
Overall Water Quality Score
A single composite score (0-100) with letter grade so you know at a glance how your water rates
Expert Consultation
Free 15-minute phone call with a water quality specialist to walk through your results and answer questions
Health Risk Assessment
Contextualized health impact analysis for vulnerable groups including children, pregnant women, and elderly
In Partnership With WaterVo
WaterVo builds some of the most advanced atmospheric water generators and filtration systems on the market. As our trusted technology partner, they share our mission of making clean water accessible to every household.
To help you take the next step after testing, we've partnered with WaterVo on a special offer: purchase any WaterVo machine valued at $599 or more, and we'll refund your entire $99 testing fee.
Pay $99 for comprehensive testing
See exactly what's in your water
Choose the right system based on your results
Email your receipt to testing@hydrologyuniversity.com within 90 days
$99 Refund
When you purchase a WaterVo machine
Send receipts to: testing@hydrologyuniversity.com
How Our Test Compares
| Feature | Home Test Strips | Big Box Lab Kit | Hydrology University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contaminants tested | 5–10 | 30–50 | 100+ |
| PFAS testing | No | Sometimes | Yes ✓ |
| Microplastic analysis | No | No | Yes ✓ |
| EPA-certified methods | No | Some | Yes ✓ |
| Expert consultation | No | No | Included |
| Filtration recommendations | Generic | Generic | Personalized |
| Typical price | $15–30 | $150–250 | $99 |
| WaterVo refund eligible | No | No | Yes ✓ |
What Contaminated Water Looks Like Under a Microscope
Most contaminants are invisible to the naked eye. Our lab uses advanced microscopy and spectrometry to find what you can't see.
Lead Particulates
Corroded lead particles from aging service lines visible under electron microscopy. Even trace amounts are harmful.
View Under MicroscopeMicroplastic Fibers
Synthetic fibers from household textiles found in tap water. These particles accumulate in your body over time.
View Under MicroscopeColiform Bacteria
Bacterial colonies cultured from water samples. Presence indicates potential fecal contamination in the water supply.
View Under MicroscopeInside Our Testing Lab
A behind-the-scenes look at how your water sample is analyzed
Order Your Test Kit
Fill out the form and we'll ship your professional testing kit within 3–5 business days. Everything you need is included — sample containers, instructions, and prepaid return shipping.
Remember: Buy a WaterVo machine ($599+) and get your $99 testing fee refunded!
Frequently Asked Questions
Don't Guess. Test.
For less than $1 per contaminant, get the definitive answer about what's in your water — and exactly what to do about it.
Order Your Test Kit — $99