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Water Testing for Auckland & Hamilton Homes
Find out exactly what's in your mains, tank, or bore water, sampled at your property and analysed by an accredited laboratory, explained in plain language, with no obligation to do anything about it.
Know What's Actually in Your Water
A water test tells you exactly what's in your water before you decide what, if anything, to do about it. Rather than a home test strip that gives you a rough colour-change guess, your sample is professionally analysed by an accredited New Zealand laboratory, so what comes back is a real result, not an estimate. For a mains-supplied home that might mean checking chlorine and sediment levels, for a tank or bore property it can mean checking for bacteria, iron, or manganese as well. Either way, you get a clear, lab-backed answer instead of a guess.
Why Test Before You Install
Recommending a filtration system without knowing what's actually in your water is a guess, not advice.
Testing first means any recommendation is based on what your property's water source actually needs, not a generic package. It also means if your water turns out fine, you'll know that too, there's no obligation to install anything after a test.
21 Parameters, Not a Guess
Your water sample is professionally analysed by an accredited New Zealand laboratory across 21 microbiological, chemical, mineral and general water quality parameters. We confirm exactly what's relevant to your water source before testing, rather than running a generic checklist.
Microbiological
The most important marker for tank and bore water safety.
- E. coli
Metals & Health Indicators
The metals most likely to affect health if they build up over time.
- Arsenic
- Lead
- Nitrate
- Boron
- Copper
- Manganese
- Zinc
- Iron
Minerals & Major Ions
What drives hardness, scaling, and how your water tastes.
- Calcium
- Magnesium
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Chloride
- Sulphate
- Alkalinity
- Hardness
General Water Quality
The baseline markers that shape everything else in the report.
- pH
- Conductivity
- Total Dissolved Solids
- Turbidity
Mains, Tank, or Bore, We Test It All
Whatever your property is supplied by, we can test it. If the results point to filtration being worth it, we can talk you through whole house or under bench options for your specific water source.
How Water Testing Works
We Book Your Appointment
We arrange a time to visit your property and collect a water sample properly, whatever your source.
We Collect Your Sample
We collect the sample on-site and note anything relevant about your existing plumbing or water system.
Accredited Lab Analysis
Your sample goes to an accredited New Zealand laboratory and is tested across the parameters that matter for your property.
Your Results, Explained
Within around 7 to 10 business days, you'll get your results explained in plain language, with a recommendation only if one's worth making.
What Your Report Actually Tells You
Most laboratories hand you a page of numbers. We explain what those numbers actually mean for your household, in a report that covers:
What Was Found
A clear summary of what showed up in your sample, not just raw figures.
Whether It Needs Attention
Whether a result is actually worth acting on, or safely within range.
What It Means for Your Household
How the results affect the people actually drinking, cooking, and bathing in that water.
Whether Treatment Is Worth It
Whether filtration or UV treatment would make a genuine difference, and which type.
What to Do Next
Clear next steps, written in plain language, not laboratory shorthand.
What You Don't Need to Fix
Just as important, what's already fine and not worth paying for.
We'll Tell You If You Don't Need Anything
The point of testing isn't to sell you a filter. After your results come back, you'll hear one of three things.
No Treatment Required
Your results come back within range, and there's nothing worth spending money on.
A Minor Fix or Improvement
A small, specific change rather than a full filtration system.
A Suitable Filtration or UV Solution
If treatment is genuinely worth it, we'll explain exactly why, and what it costs.
What a Water Test Involves
Get in touch and we'll confirm what's involved for your property and water source, including the cost of accredited laboratory testing, before booking anything in.
Water Testing Questions, Answered
How much does a water test cost in Auckland or Hamilton?
What does a water test involve?
Do you offer water testing across Auckland and Hamilton?
Am I obligated to install a filtration system after testing?
Can I test tank or bore water as well as mains?
How many things do you test my water for?
How long do water test results take?
★★★★★ 500+ Google Reviews
Filtration Station holds a 5-star rating from 500+ Google reviews. Have a read below.
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“Thanks to Keegan for both ensuring a very competitive price and appropriate guidance in selecting a filter, and arranging the installation. Communication was prompt, and the fitting proceeded smoothly and is extremely tidy. No reservations in recommending Filtration Station.”
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“Great service. Needed a non-standard set up and it wasn't any problem for them, unlike other companies I'd asked. All sorted and delivered quickly and efficiently. Highly recommend these guys.”
“Great shower filter. Easy to install, lightweight, maintains excellent water pressure, and definitely does the job. The water feels much softer, my skin is less dry, and my hair feels softer and healthier. The customer service has also been excellent.”
“Ordered Friday afternoon, arrived Monday morning. Put special note on order to replace standard diverter with rubber hose, which was done. Filter works out of the box. Very happy thanks.”
“Thanks to Keegan for both ensuring a very competitive price and appropriate guidance in selecting a filter, and arranging the installation. Communication was prompt, and the fitting proceeded smoothly and is extremely tidy. No reservations in recommending Filtration Station.”
“Very impressed by Keegan's responsiveness when I called up to confirm I had ordered the right parts. Invaluable to have someone so knowledgeable and confident at the end of the phone when it does need attention. Absolute gold, keep up the good work.”
“Cheers Keegan for the quick delivery! Emailed on a public holiday with a query, not expecting a reply until they opened up again. Keegan replied the same day and the filters arrived quickly. Outstanding.”
“Pump ordered was unavailable, 6 week lead time, was offered an upgrade at no extra cost so I could get a pump within days. Absolutely fantastic customer support. Much appreciated.”
“Terrific service in all respects. Very prompt communication and helpful advice. Fast delivery, well packaged and easy to install. Great company to deal with.”
“We are thrilled with our new filtration system. The water is so pure. Unexpected bonus was finding there is no calcification build up on the water chamber in my sleep apnea machine. No more bottled water to buy. Very happy.”
“Prompt service and in excellent condition. Excellent service.”
“Absolutely brilliant service! Got a replacement UV bulb as mine had blown and it was sent over night. No questions asked. I can absolutely recommend Filtration Station and I get all my filters from them also.”
“Ordered a Trevoli UV Water Disinfection System which arrived in 2 days, excellent service and prompt communication regarding delivery. Unit fitted by a qualified expert who commented how good the product was. All good and would highly recommend.”
“Exceptional service, ordered online. Product comes well packaged with clear instructions. Easy set up, the unit provides steady and regulated pressure as stated.”
“Prompt response to email queries with great no obligation to purchase information. Ended up making a purchase which followed with remarkable delivery time. Thank you.”
“The filter tap faucet arrived by courier overnight and whilst I struggled to mount it in a 40mm bench top, it is now installed and works brilliantly. I'd also like to commend the sales person for great service.”
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“Product well spec'ed and looks good. Have only just installed and working well so far. Ordering was very easy with fast delivery.”
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“Service cannot be faulted, fantastic company to deal with. Keegan obviously has a ton of knowledge and a pleasure to deal with. Cannot recommend highly enough, truly awesome.”
“Absolutely brilliant service! Got a replacement UV bulb as mine had blown and it was sent over night. No questions asked. I can absolutely recommend Filtration Station and I get all my filters from them also.”
“Ordered a Trevoli UV Water Disinfection System which arrived in 2 days, excellent service and prompt communication regarding delivery. Unit fitted by a qualified expert who commented how good the product was. All good and would highly recommend.”
“Exceptional service, ordered online. Product comes well packaged with clear instructions. Easy set up, the unit provides steady and regulated pressure as stated.”
“Prompt response to email queries with great no obligation to purchase information. Ended up making a purchase which followed with remarkable delivery time. Thank you.”
“The filter tap faucet arrived by courier overnight and whilst I struggled to mount it in a 40mm bench top, it is now installed and works brilliantly. I'd also like to commend the sales person for great service.”
“Excellent to deal with, prompt delivery. Was missing one item, contacted Filtration Station and had it a few days later. Will be using again for all my water filter needs.”
“Amazing service, fast and great communication, very helpful and will be using them again.”
“Product well spec'ed and looks good. Have only just installed and working well so far. Ordering was very easy with fast delivery.”
“Very happy with the pressure unit, the description, customer communication and delivery were excellent. I'd recommend to anyone.”
“Service cannot be faulted, fantastic company to deal with. Keegan obviously has a ton of knowledge and a pleasure to deal with. Cannot recommend highly enough, truly awesome.”
Available Across Auckland & Hamilton
Water testing for mains, tank, or bore properties, booked the same way whichever region you're in. See full coverage detail for your area below.
Book Your Water Test
Tell us about your property and your water source. We'll confirm what's involved and get a time booked in.
Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm. Saturday and Sunday, closed.