Some of the problems well owners on the vineyard encounter
Bacteria
Total Coliform bacteria are used as an indicator organism for the determination of harmful species such as the Fecal Coliform group and its subgroup E. coli.
Nitrates
High levels of nitrates and nitrites (the reduced form of nitrate) could be a health risk, especially to infants and others whom have issues related to oxygen in the blood. Certain bacteria in the digestive tract change the nitrates to the more harmful substance nitrite. This condition is known as methemglobinemia more commonly called “blue baby syndrome.” Infants are at a greater risk because of their undeveloped digestive tract.
pH- pH ranges form 0-14, zero being the most acidic, seven being neutral and 14 being the most basic. Most of the island water tends to be acidic, less than seven. Acidic water dissolves metals, leads to corrosion of copper, and galvanized plumbing, and can cause staining.
Sodium- salt in your drinking water is a concern for those on low-sodium diets. The recommended level is less than 20 mg/L.
Conductivity- The conductivity measures the ability of the water to conduct an electrical current; conductivity can be important for signaling the presence of other contaminants
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Some other parameters that may be of concern that we test are as follows
Heavy Metals
Heavy metals in your drinking water are toxic or poisonous at low concentrations. Examples of heavy metals include arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), lead (Pb) and mercury (Hg).
Other metals, such as iron, copper, and nickel can cause such problems as health related illnesses, staining, pinhole leaks, and bad taste.
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We work directly with the Wampanoag Environmental Lab to test private and public water sources.
Water Testing Bottle Pickup location:
9 Airport Rd. Edgartown, MA
508-696-3840
Water Testing Drop Off Locations
9 Airport Rd. Edgartown, MA
508-696-3840
Wampanoag Environmental Laboratory
Herring Creek Road, Aquinnah, MA
(2nd Driveway after the Aquinnah sign)
508-645-2903
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