Laboratory services

Customers who have a rainwater tank or use bore water or dam water can request a Unitywater water analysis service for a fee.

To test your water, the process is as follows:

  1. Complete the Application for Water Testing and pay the relevant fee.
  2. A water sampling kit containing two bottles and sampling instructions will be provided.
  3. Deliver the samples to one of our laboratories before 2.00pm Monday – Thursday. Note:  Samples will not be processed outside these times.
  4. Laboratory facilities are located at:
    • 67 Weier Road, Morayfield (Moreton Bay customers) or
    • 38 Commercial Road, Maroochydore (Sunshine Coast customers)
  5. A water test report will be provided within 5 working days from receipt of the sample

Testing will include:

  • pH
  • Conductivity
  • Turbidity
  • Iron
  • Manganese
  • Nitrogen oxides
  • E.Coli
  • Total coliforms
  • Aluminium
  • Ammonia

These tests will provide basic information for assessing the suitability of the water for domestic use.

Other testing is available on application.

    Saving Tips
  • Watering Tip #1

    The best time to water the garden is in the cooler time of early morning or late evening where there is less water loss from evaporation. Check on the Queensland Water commission website for the relevant water restrictions.