Entry-level test

Basic Water Safety Check

An affordable entry-level screening test for rainwater tank or bore water supplies on the Sunshine Coast. Confirms whether your private supply shows signs of bacterial contamination, along with pH and conductivity.

Sample drop-off in Noosaville Standard 5-10 day turnaround Plain-English summary report

Who this test is for

The Basic Water Safety Check is designed for homeowners who want a quick, low-cost answer on whether their tank water or bore water is safe to drink. It screens for the two key indicators of contamination — E. coli and Total Coliforms — and reports your water's pH and conductivity. If everything comes back clean, you can have confidence in your supply; if something is detected, your plain-English report will explain what to do next.

  • Homeowners wanting a quick answer on tank or bore water
  • Entry-level safety screening for private water supplies
  • Peace-of-mind on rainwater tank or bore drinking water

What we analyse

The full parameter list included with the Basic Water Safety Check. Each parameter is tested using recognised laboratory methodologies.

Microbiological

  • E. coli (Positive/Negative)
  • Total Coliforms (Positive/Negative)

Basic Indicators

  • pH
  • Conductivity
FAQ

About the Basic Water Safety Check

The Basic Water Safety Check is a screening test — it confirms whether your tank or bore water shows signs of bacterial contamination (E. coli and Total Coliforms) along with pH and conductivity. If you want a broader profile of your water quality and overall system health, consider the Essential Tank Water Test or Essential Bore Water Test instead.

Ready to test your water?

Book your basic water safety check online — receive your sample kit instructions immediately and save 20% on retail pricing.