Pennsylvania well water testing: Penn State lab packages and fees
Penn State's Agricultural Analytical Services Laboratory (AASL) is accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection for drinking water analysis. [source]
Test packages
| ID | Package | Includes | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| WD01 | Standard | Total coliform, E. coli, pH, total dissolved solids | $60 |
| WD02 | Aesthetics/Corrosivity | Standard + hardness, alkalinity, corrosivity index, copper, iron, manganese | $85 |
| WD03 | Aesthetics/Corrosivity plus lead | WD02 + first-draw and running lead and copper | $125 |
| WD04 | Agriculture/Septic | Standard + nitrate-nitrogen | $70 |
| WD05 | Mining | Standard + aluminum, iron, manganese, sulfate | $80 |
| WD06 | Gas/Oil Drilling | Standard + barium, chloride | $75 |
| WD07 | Trace | Standard + arsenic, barium, cadmium, chromium, copper, lead, nickel, zinc | $130 |
| WD08 | Extensive | The lab's widest combination (see source) | $220 |
Fees as listed by Penn State AASL. [source]
How to get a kit
You first need a Penn State Drinking Water Test Kit, available at many county extension offices. It includes a cooler, shipping box, sample bottles and instructions. [source] See our sampling guide.
Timing
Samples must reach the lab within 30 hours of sampling and no later than Thursday of any given week. [source] The lab lists closures November 26–27, 2026 and December 21, 2026 – January 2, 2027.
Gas drilling documentation: for before/after gas-drilling documentation, Penn State recommends an accredited lab that can collect the sample with full chain of custody. [source]
Contact: aaslab@psu.edu, 814-863-0841, 720 Tower Rd, University Park, PA 16802. [source]
FAQ
How much does Penn State well water testing cost?
Penn State AASL packages range from $60 (Standard) to $220 (Extensive).
Where do I get a Penn State water test kit?
Penn State says kits are available at many county extension offices.
How fast must the sample reach the lab?
Within 30 hours of sampling, and no later than Thursday of any given week.
Sources
- Penn State AASL – Drinking Water Testing (fees) (accessed 2026-10-21)
- Penn State AASL – How to Collect a Water Sample (accessed 2026-10-21)
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