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1. What substances do you test for?

Several state and federal regulatory agencies govern water quality and testing of public water supply systems. Your drinking water is regularly sampled and tested for harmful bacteria, mineral, and heavy metal contaminants and other constituents in order to maintain regulatory compliance.

Refer to our water quality report for more information.

2. How can I get my drinking water tested?

First, get a copy of our annual water quality report before you pay to test your water. This report will tell you which contaminants, if any, have been found in your drinking water and at what level. You are always free to conduct additional sampling for your residence; however, in most cases this is not necessary.

Without knowing what to look for, the cost of testing drinking water on a hit or miss basis can be very high. Depending on how many contaminants you test for, a water test can cost from $15 to hundreds of dollars. If you test for all possible contaminants, testing costs reach into the thousands of dollars.

3. Who analyzes CVWD's water samples?

The District’s water samples are analyzed by laboratories accredited by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the State Water Resources Control Board. A list of laboratories accredited by the state can be found on the state’s website at Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) laboratories. For more information, please contact the district’s Water Quality Division at 909-987-2591.

4. Is there a generic drinking water test for everything?

No. Each possible contaminant must be evaluated individually.