UGA Cooperative Extension
White County Extension Office:
Agriculture & Natural Resources
Testing Services
- Soil Samples: $10.00 each (includes Homeowner and Commercial/Farm samples)
- Soil Testing 1-2-3: How to Test From Home
- Water Samples (Basic/Mineral): $20.00 each.....tests for the following: pH, phosphorus (P), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), manganese (Mn), iron (Fe), aluminum (Al), boron (B), copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), sodium (Na), chromium (Cr), nickel (Ni), molybdenum (Mo), & hardness.
- Water Samples (Bacteria): $40.00 each...get a kit from our office that includes a sterile bottle with dechlorinator, overnight shipping label, and instructions for pulling the sample to test for Total Coliform (E. coli) bacteria.
NOTE: There is no water test that can detect tastes or odors; a basic test is in order if you have a nuisance problem such as laundry staining, while a bacterial test is recommended if you have safety concerns. When in doubt, give us a call at 706-865-2832!
