Water Quality Testing Service

Test water quality for drinking water, wells, pools, and wastewater

Startup Cost
$25,000-$150,000
Difficulty
Intermediate
Time to Profit
8-15 months
Profit Potential
$8,000-$67,000/month

Overview

Water testing services generate $100,000-$800,000 annually with 70-85% margins.

In 2025, water quality and safety drive testing demand.

Revenue from drinking water testing ($50-$300 per test), well water testing ($100-$500), pool and spa water testing ($30-$100), wastewater testing ($200-$1,500), bacteria and contaminant testing, and ongoing water monitoring programs ($100-$500 monthly).

Successful services use certified testing methods and labs, test for bacteria, chemicals, and contaminants, follow EPA and health department standards, provide clear test results and recommendations, and help ensure water safety.

Homeowners, businesses, municipalities, and pool owners as clients.

Marketing through well drillers, pool service companies, health departments, water treatment companies, and water safety expertise.

Required Skills

  • Water Testing Methods
  • EPA Standards
  • Sample Collection
  • Laboratory Coordination
  • Water Chemistry
  • Regulatory Compliance

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Growing concern about water quality and safety
  • Recurring testing for monitoring programs
  • Multiple water testing markets
  • Essential for well owners and municipalities
  • Can partner with certified laboratories

Cons

  • Need water testing certifications
  • Laboratory equipment or partnership required
  • Regulatory compliance and accuracy critical
  • Seasonal demand for some testing types
  • Competition from established testing labs

How to Get Started

  1. Obtain water testing certifications
  2. Build laboratory or partner with certified lab
  3. Invest in sampling and testing equipment
  4. Market to homeowners, businesses, municipalities
  5. Collect water samples using proper protocols
  6. Conduct or coordinate laboratory testing
  7. Deliver test results and recommendations

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