Hazardous Pond Bacterial Screening Kit

Get the insights you need—straight from the lab—on the critical bacterial parameters that affect your pond’s safety. Our Mail-In Essential Pond Bacterial Screening Kit lets you easily collect a water sample and ship it to our partnered, certified lab for focused testing of Fecal Coliform, E. coli, and Total Coliforms. While the lab results themselves are raw data only, we’ll provide a tailored interpretation so you know exactly what your results mean for your pond’s recreational use, sportfish, and overall health.

How It Works

1. Order Your Kit

Purchase online, and we’ll send you a testing kit that includes:

• Sterile sample bottle
• Simple collection instructions
• Cold packaging and gel packs
• Prepaid FedEx shipping label
• Submission form for your pond details

2. Collect Your Sample

• Follow our easy step-by-step instructions (no special equipment needed).
• Seal your sample bottle and complete the submission form with basic pond information.

3. Ship It to the Lab

• Pack the sample and form in the prepaid FedEx package.
• Drop off at any FedEx location (including many Dollar General stores).
• Your sample travels overnight to our certified partner lab.

4. Lab Analysis (2–3 Weeks)

• The lab conducts focused testing for Fecal Coliform, E. coli, and Total Coliforms.
• Please note: The lab’s report is raw data only.

5. Interpretation & Guidance

• Once we receive the lab’s data (usually within 2–3 weeks), we’ll review and interpret the results.
• You’ll receive both the raw data and an easy-to-read summary explaining how bacterial levels impact safety, recreation, and fish health.

What’s Tested

• Microbiological Contaminants
  • Fecal Coliform
  • E. coli
  • Total Coliforms

Why It Matters

• Safe Recreation
  • High coliform counts can indicate harmful pathogens, making swimming, wading, or fishing risky.
• Healthy Sportfish
  • Elevated bacterial levels can stress fish and degrade habitat quality.
• Livestock & Irrigation
  • Knowing bacterial levels helps determine if water is suitable for livestock or limited irrigation needs.
• Proactive Maintenance
  • Pinpoint contamination sources (e.g., runoff from farms, wildlife) and address them before they escalate.

Results You Receive

Lab’s Raw Data Report

• Detailed results for Fecal Coliform, E. coli, and Total Coliforms.
• Turnaround time: approximately 2–3 weeks after the lab receives your sample.

Our Interpretation & Recommendations

• Plain-language explanation of each bacterial parameter and any concerns.
• Customized steps to improve water quality—for example:
  • Reducing Runoff: Creating buffer zones or fencing livestock.
  • Disinfection Strategies: If used for recreation, consider shock chlorination or UV systems.
  • Sportfish Impact: Maintaining a clean environment that supports robust fish populations.

Ideal For

• Pond Owners & Property Managers
  • Ensure a safer environment for family, guests, and aquatic life.
• Recreational Fishers
  • Keep bacterial contamination under control to protect fish health and optimize sportfishing.
• Farm & Ranch Operations
  • Verify water used for livestock meets basic bacterial safety standards.

Take Control of Your Pond’s Safety

Don’t leave your pond’s bacterial levels to chance. Order the Mail-In Essential Pond Bacterial Screening Kit today and enjoy:

• Easy Sample Collection
• Certified Lab Testing
• Expert Interpretation of Results
• Actionable Tips for reducing contamination sources and improving overall water quality

Ready to get started?
Click below to order your kit and begin your journey toward a safer, healthier pond.