Well Water Testing
Ensure the safety of your private or communal well water with certified sampling and laboratory analysis that meets provincial standards.
Ensure the safety of your private or communal well water with certified sampling and laboratory analysis that meets provincial standards.
Well water is a critical water source for many rural properties, cottages, and small systems throughout Ontario. Unlike municipally supplied water, well water is not treated or monitored by public health authorities, meaning it is the responsibility of the property owner or operator to test it regularly for safety.
Canadian Water Compliance offers comprehensive well water testing to ensure your water is safe for drinking, cooking, and other household uses. Our tests screen for a range of potential contaminants, including bacteria (E. coli and total coliforms), nitrates, metals (like lead and arsenic), and general chemistry indicators like pH, hardness, and total dissolved solids (TDS). These parameters are recommended by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and the Ontario Drinking Water Quality Standards (ODWQS).
According to Ontario Regulation 319/08: Small Drinking Water Systems, private or small-system operators (e.g. campgrounds, rural businesses, cottages used for rental, etc.) may be subject to testing obligations based on use and classification. Even residential well owners are advised to test for bacteria at least three times per year — ideally in spring, summer, and fall — and for other parameters annually.
Untested wells can harbor invisible threats. Bacteria like E. coli may indicate fecal contamination, while heavy metals and nitrates can cause long-term health issues, especially for infants, pregnant women, and immunocompromised individuals. Contaminated well water can lead to illness, property liability, and reputational harm if served to guests, renters, or customers.
Canadian Water Compliance provides certified sampling, laboratory analysis, and easy-to-understand reporting with guidance on any corrective actions. Whether you're a homeowner, property manager, or business, we help ensure your water is safe, compliant, and dependable.
Unlike municipal systems, well water isn't automatically treated or monitored — the responsibility lies with the user or property owner. This means that changes in groundwater, nearby agricultural activity, or seasonal runoff can introduce contaminants like bacteria, nitrates, and metals into your supply without warning.
Regular testing protects your health and gives you peace of mind. Canadian Water Compliance offers comprehensive, hassle-free well water testing for all property types across Ontario.
Ontario’s Small Drinking Water Systems Regulation (O. Reg. 319/08) applies to any location that supplies drinking water to the public but is not served by a municipal system — including campgrounds, seasonal rentals, and roadside businesses.
Our testing packages are built to meet these guidelines and ensure full documentation. Even residential private well owners are strongly encouraged by Ontario Public Health to follow annual testing for metals and nitrates, and seasonal testing for bacteria. Failing to test puts users at risk and can result in liability if harm occurs.
From certified sampling by trained technicians to Health Canada-accredited lab analysis, we provide a full-service well testing solution. You'll receive a comprehensive report that includes your lab results, explanations of what each parameter means, and recommendations if any values exceed Ontario Drinking Water Standards.
Whether you’re maintaining a private well or need to comply with small system regulations, Canadian Water Compliance delivers professional service you can rely on.
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