A Home Sweet Home Inspection – MDE Certified Water Sampler

We are certified by the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) to collect water samples for testing and work exclusively with accredited labs that specialize in drinking water analysis. Whether you're completing a real estate transaction, refinancing, applying for an occupancy permit, or simply checking for peace of mind—routine water quality testing is one of the best ways to ensure your water is safe to drink. Testing is recommended at least once per year, even if not required.

MDE Certified

Licensed water sampler working with trusted, accredited labs.

Real Estate Ready

Our panels meet the testing requirements for FHA, VA, and Conventional loans

2–5 Days

Fast turnaround on most lab results so you can stay on schedule.

Why Get Water Quality Testing with A Home Sweet Home?

Contaminants in drinking water—like bacteria, nitrates, lead, and even radon—can pose serious health risks. If you’re buying a home, managing a property with a well, or completing a government-regulated process like adoption or occupancy approval, certified testing is often required. At A Home Sweet Home Inspection, we provide prompt, accurate sampling that ensures compliance with federal, state, and lender guidelines.

Benefits of Water Testing with Us

Meet Loan Requirements: We offer standard testing panels that meet the needs of Conventional, VA, and FHA loan programs.
Protect Your Health:Contaminants like E. coli or lead can’t be detected without proper testing—don’t take a chance.
Certified & Trusted:As a third-party tester, we provide honest, unbiased results with no upselling
Custom Packages Available: Need a specialized panel? We’ll tailor the testing to fit your needs and timeline.

How Does Water Quality Testing Work?

We collect water samples according to strict MDE protocols, then send them to certified labs for analysis. Here's what the process looks like:

STEP 1: Choose the Right Test Panel

Let us know your purpose—loan, occupancy, peace of mind—and we’ll recommend the right set of tests.

STEP 2: Schedule Collection

Water samples are collected onsite by our certified team. Lab closures on Friday and Saturday may impact scheduling, so plan accordingly.

STEP 3: Lab Analysis

Samples are submitted to state-accredited labs. Testing generally takes 2–5 business days

STEP 4: Receive Results

You’ll get an easy-to-read lab report delivered via email. These results are ready to submit to lenders or agencies, if applicable.

STEP 5: Follow Up if Needed

Need additional testing or clarification? We’re here to help.

Water Test Panels & Pricing

Standard Panel (Conventional Loans)
• $110 standalone / $140 with home inspection
• Tests for:
o Nitrates
o E. coli
o Total Coliform Bacteria
o Turbidity
o pH
VA/FHA Loan Panel
• $170 standalone / $200 with home inspection
• Includes everything in the standard panel plus:
o Lead
o Iron
o Additional turbidity testing
Custom Panels Also Available
Payment is due at time of sampling.
Results usually available in 2–5 business days

What Our Clients Say

Our top priority is customer satisfaction, and we work closely with clients to understand their unique needs and goals.

Excellent Customer Service. Very detailed report. Highly recommended.

Nana O

Great, highly competent service. Inspector was kind and gave me all the information I needed for the home inspection and possible pitfalls in the home

Babajide Alufa

He was great thorough and provided the report timely. As a first time home buyer he made the experience pleasant.

Antoinette Jones

HSH are true pros! As a first-time homebuyer, I really appreciated the inspector’s thorough work and clear explanations. I’d use them again in a heartbeat.

Kimberly vonNordeck

Ryan made the entire home inspection process stress free. He’s quick to respond to any questions and extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend home sweet home inspections. Thanks Ryan!

Maureen Yonker

Top-notch service from start to finish! Ryan was professional, thorough, and truly had our best interests at heart. Highly recommend AHSHI—we’d gladly use them again.

Kelly Shehan

Fantastic service! Ryan was professional, detailed, and explained everything clearly upfront. We got our report the next day and would definitely use AHSHI again. Highly recommend!

Tiffany Jordan

Ryan was thorough, honest, and took his time to explain potential issues with my future home. I truly appreciated his patience and professionalism. I’d definitely use him again and highly recommend him!

Natalie Woods

As a non-professional landlord, I really appreciated Ryan’s reminder about Baltimore’s inspection requirement. He was prompt, flexible with our schedules, and made the process smooth. Truly world-class service!

Rolando Sierra

Ryan at Home Sweet Home Inspections is fantastic! I’ve used him since 2015—he’s always on time, thorough, and makes the reporting process easy. I’ll continue to rely on him for all my home and rental inspections.

READ ALOUD WITH PRINCES G

Ryan was great at being open and honest about his assessment. He did not say what we wanted to hear but gave us the facts, which we appreciated. Great experience.

William Q.

Our Inspector completely personalized the experience and made me feel comfortable. As a first time homeowner he made the experience pleasant and extremely smooth.

Antionette J.

FAQs on Water Quality Testing

Can I collect the water sample myself?

Not if it’s for a government agency, lender, or health department. Official results must come from certified water samplers to be accepted for regulatory or transactional use.

Why do plumbing companies offer free water tests?

Often, those are sales-driven tests used to promote products or services. Some only offer a basic test and use it as a lead-in for upselling. We are a certified third-party provider—our sole focus is giving you honest, lab-backed results without trying to sell you anything.

Ready to Schedule?

Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply want a home health check-up—we’re here for you.

Let’s make your next move a smart and informed one.