Metals 10-in-1 Tap Water (Laboratory Test)

Description This laboratory test will check the level of each of 10 metals in a water sample: Arsenic, Cadmium, Chromium, Copper, Lead, Mercury, Nickel, Selenium, Zinc and Boron. This test kit checks water for commonly occurring metals in tap water with a focus on metals which are often added by plumbing & fixtures and naturally in ground water. Metals like lead, zinc and nickel can leach into tap water from piping and fittings. Potable water is water that is safe enough to be consumed by humans and other animals and is also known as drinking water. Arranging a laboratory test is easy and our service includes everything required to carry out the analysis. Once you have ordered on our website, we will send you a water sample bottle, clear instructions as well as pre-paid postage label and return box to send the sample for laboratory analysis. Laboratory results in 5 easy steps Includes everything required to carry out the test Simply collect the water sample and post it to our UK laboratory for expert analysis Results available within 10-12 working days after receipt of the water sample Bulk buy discounts available  – applicable for water samples returned together Ideal for home & business use including the sports and leisure industry, private water supplies, hotels, care homes, healthcare premises, education sector, farm premises and property management Suitable for: Potable and fresh water samples, surface and ground water, including water from tanks, taps, wells, springs, boreholes, ponds as well as rain water. The kit for laboratory analysis contains: Clear step-by-step instructions on how to collect the water sample, Sample bottle to collect the water sample, Return packaging and pre-paid postage label, courier collection is included, Analysis by an UK laboratory*. (*The laboratory has been accredited by UKAS for coliform/E.coli, TVC/ACC, P.A., enterococci, legionella analysis of potable as well as water from spa & pool.) Each order is shipped with 1x pre-paid return packaging; if you are planning on taking samples at different times/places and returning them separately, then please place separate orders. Results: The report shows the test results in the appropriate measurement, like ppm, mg/l, cfu/100ml etc. For drinking water, these can be compared to the Drinking Water Guidelines set for the UK. Results will be sent per Email (to the Email address used in the order). Please note, that we do not provide interpretation of the test results. Expiry: Water sample to be returned within 7 weeks of despatch date (unless otherwise agreed). Please note: We require a full water sample to be able to perform the tests. Refunds will not be offered where minimum volume of the sample requirements are not met. Water samples should be taken the same day they are collected (this is vital for accurate analysis). Any results received outside of the specified holding time will receive a comment on the report to state the results could be compromised. Samples can be taken and posted Monday to Thursday. (For customers from outer Hebrides, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man and Cornwall: please check in advance to ensure overnight delivery is available in your area, refunds can not be given where services are not available). Where the return packaging includes ice-packs these need to be frozen the day before the sample is taken and shipped to us with the sample. Do not mix more than one sample per bottle; please ensure one sample bottle is used per sample outlet. This service is only available for UK customers. We can not take any responsibility for delayed or failed delivery of the samples to the laboratory for analysis. When samples are not analysed on time or analysis has failed, we can not be made liable for any costs relating to sample collection (ie travel cost etc) or any other costs relating to the failed or delayed analysis. Failure to comply with the requirements for sample collection might result in a failed analysis of your water sample. We can not refund orders where instructions have not been followed.