How good is the water quality in Switzerland? Find out everything you need to know about tap water safety.

How good is the water quality in Switzerland?

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It happens that consumers in Switzerland turn on their tap and the tap water shows poor quality. The reasons for this and how good tap water is in Switzerland are discussed in this article.

What speaks in favor of using tap water?

How good is the water quality in Switzerland?

Trübsee. Image by Pixabay

It happens that consumers in Switzerland turn on their tap and the tap water shows poor quality. The reasons for this and how good tap water is in Switzerland are discussed in this article.

What speaks in favor of using tap water?

✔ Most controlled food in Switzerland (Drinking Water Limits)
✔ Water suppliers work to meet all high standards
✔ Generally, the tap water quality is very good

What speaks against the immediate use of tap water?

⊗ Uncertainty about contaminated, unhealthy drinking water due to pesticides & nitrates
⊗ Uncertainty about the condition of the pipes (corroded pipes, lead pipes)
⊗ Contaminated tap water due to poor installation or filtration systems

3 Tips for handling drinking water:

The suppliers test the water sources and Swiss drinking water, but only up to the handover point of the respective operators. In residential buildings, they are responsible for the water quality within the house.
Let the cold tap water run for a while before using it. This will flush out any potentially contaminated water from the pipes and bring fresh supplier water in.
Avoid filtering tap water if possible. Improper use of filters in private homes can lead to contaminated water.

The average water consumption per Swiss citizen is 170 liters per day. This drinking water is used for everyday activities such as cooking, washing, and, of course, drinking. It must be free from pathogenic germs and pose no risk to humans or technical systems. Over 2000 water suppliers provide drinking water to the population in Switzerland.

Even though issues such as pesticides, hygiene indicators, and nitrate are frequently discussed in the media, the general water quality is very high. Often, the water can be used without significant treatment. If treatments are necessary, chlorine, UV irradiation, or filtration methods are used.

The most common causes of contaminated or poor-quality tap water often lie in the water pipes of the affected buildings themselves and are therefore not the responsibility of the suppliers.

✔ Most controlled food in Switzerland (Drinking Water Limits) ✔ Water suppliers work to meet all high standards ✔ Generally, the tap water quality is very good

What speaks against the immediate use of tap water?

⊗ Uncertainty about contaminated, unhealthy drinking water due to pesticides & nitrates
⊗ Uncertainty about the condition of the pipes (corroded pipes, lead pipes)
⊗ Contaminated tap water due to poor installation or filtration systems

3 Tips for handling drinking water:

The suppliers test the water sources and Swiss drinking water, but only up to the handover point of the respective operators. In residential buildings, they are responsible for the water quality within the house.
Let the cold tap water run for a while before using it. This will flush out any potentially contaminated water from the pipes and bring fresh supplier water in.
Avoid filtering tap water if possible. Improper use of filters in private homes can lead to contaminated water.

The most common causes of contaminated or poor-quality tap water often lie in the water pipes of the affected buildings themselves and are therefore not the responsibility of the suppliers.

Test your well water

Many homeowners trust well water, which is generally considered to be particularly pure and clear. In fact, the layers of soil through which the water seeps already act as an effective filter. Many pollutants are thus already removed from the groundwater in a natural way.However, water from household wells often does not meet the requirements of drinking water regulations. There are various reasons for this:
In many regions, pollutants enter the water cycle through agriculture, environmental pollution, or fertilizers. Furthermore, contamination can occur due to defective filters or the entry of contaminated water into the well water. The material of the well pipes can also release pollutants into the water.
✔ With a well water test, possible pollutants can be identified quickly.
With umweltcheck.ch well water tests, you can reliably determine important parameters. This helps you assess whether your well water is suitable for drinking. Thanks to the clear and detailed results, you can see at a glance whether the water in your submitted water sample is of sufficient quality and whether it complies with the guidelines and limits of drinking water regulations.
Well water is generally considered to be clear and pure. The layers of soil already act as an effective filter through which the water seeps down into the groundwater. However, many wells do not meet hygienic requirements.

Possible reasons for contaminated well water:

Natural occurrence of heavy metals in the soil layers
Insufficient cover of the well
Contaminated sites from industry, e.g. residues of chemicals, gasoline or oil
Dirty pumps, water filters of pipes
Outdated well system (shaft well)
Unsuitable extraction points (hoses)
Weather situation (flooding, rainfall)
Irregular maintenance and inspection of the well
Obsolete pipes and lines - heavy metals can lurk here!

Chemical analysis - an advantage for your own well!

You can have a multitude of chemical values determined in our laboratory. These include nitrate, iron or manganese. The parameter nitrate is moving into focus more and more, as industry and agriculture runoff can lead to considerable amounts entering the soil and groundwater. The current situation regarding nitrate in water leads to lively discussions. The more nitrate or other substances pollute the water (groundwater), the greater the effort involved in obtaining clean drinking water or well water through filtration and treatment.

Both iron and manganese are less of a health risk (significant amounts would have to be consumed here). However, technical systems can be impaired. Optical pollution (brown or black deposits and spots) are also a possible consequence of increased manganese or iron values. Investigate specific chemical parameters and relevant toxic heavy metals for safe and pure well water.

Wells in Switzerland

There are around 200 public fountains in the city of Basel alone. Public fountains are also popular in Zurich - more than 1200 fountains are available to the public here. Then there are numerous private wells.

If you have your own well, you should always be informed about the water quality. While public drinking fountains are regularly checked by the gemeinde, it is important for the private well owner to take care of the water quality in their own well.

A water test can provide information about heavy metal pollution, nutrient input and other important parameters.

Sources (in German):

https://www.zuerich.com/de/besuchen/1200-brunnen

https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basler_Brunnen

https://naturwissenschaften.ch/service/news/117044-grundwasser-in-der-schweiz-ist-unter-druck

Water analysis pesticides

Test whether you have pesticides or herbicides in your drinking water. Small amounts of these get into the drinking water again and again. Our pesticides drinking water test includes eight common pesticides and biocides, as well as the sum of all pesticide proportions determined in the laboratory Reasons why a water analysis can be useful for you: You consume your tap water regularly. The water shows abnormalities in color, smell or taste. There are people with a weak immune system or risk groups (babies, children, pregnant women or sick people) living in your household. The water is used to prepare baby food. You use your tap water for a soda maker. What does the Water Analysis Pesticides examine? With the Water Test Pesticides you can examine your drinking water for the presence of the following parameters: Alachlor, Alachlor-ESA, Atrazin, Bentazon, Bromacil, Chloridazon, Metolachlor, Nicosulfuron, Thifensulfuron-methyl, Chlortoluron, 2,6-Dichlorbenzamid, Desethylatrazin, Desisopropylatrazin, Dimethachlor, Diuron, Desmethyldiuron, Imidacloprid, Isoproturon, Mecoprop (MCPP), Metalaxyl (inkl. Isomere), Simazin, Terbuthylazin, Terbuthylazin-desethyl-2-hydroxy, MT14, 2,4-Dichlorphenoxyessigsäure, 2-Hydroxyatrazin, Aclonifen, Amidosulfuron, Ethidimuron, Boscalid, Bromoxynil, Chlormequat, Clodinafop, Clomazon, Clopyralid, Desmedipham, Dicamba, Dichlorprop (Isomere inkl. Dichorprop-P), Diflufenican, Dimefuron, Dimethachlor, Dimethenamid (Isomere inkl. Dimethenamid-P), Dimoxystrobin, Fenoxaprop (Isomere inklusive Fenoxaprop-P), Flazasulfuron, Florasulam, Fluazifop (Isomere inkl. Fluazifop-P), Flufenacet, Flumioxazin, Fluroxypyr, Flurtamone, Haloxyfop (Isomere inkl. Haloxyfop-P), Iodosulfuron-methyl, Ioxynil, Isoxaben, Lenacil, MCPA, Mesosulfuron-methyl, Mesotrion, Metamitron, Metazachlor, Metobromuron, Metosulam, Metribuzin, Metsulfuron-methyl, Napropamid, Pendimethalin, Pethoxamid, Picloram, Picolinafen, Pinoxaden, Propazin, Propoxycarbazon, Propyzamid, Prosulfocarb, Prosulfuron, Pyroxsulam, Quinmerac, Quinoclamin, Rimsulfuron, Sulcotrion, Topramezon, Triasulfuron, Tribenuron-methyl, Triclopyr, Triflusulfuron-methyl, Tritosulfuron, Fenuron, Prometryn, Metoxuron, Methabenzthiazuron, Hexazinon, Terbutryn, Monuron, Sebuthylazin, 2,4,5-T, 2,4-DB, Alachlor, Amitrol, Cyanazin, Linuron, MCPB, Dimethoat, Flonicamid, Iprodion, Methiocarb, Pirimicarb, Tebufenpyrad, Thiacloprid, Chlothianidin, Thiamethoxam, Carbofuran, Parathionethyl, Diflubenzuron, Fenoxycarb, Difenoconazol, N,N-Dimethylsulfonamid, Oxadixyl, Boscalid, Carbendazim, Cyflufenamid, Cymoxanil, Cyproconazol, Dimethomorph, Epoxyconazol, Azoxystrobin, Fenpropidin, Fenpropimorph, Fluazinam, Fluopicolid, Fluopyram, Flusilazol, Imazalil, Kresoxym-methyl, Mandipropamid, Metconazol, Proquinazid, Prothiocinazol, Pyrimethanil, Quinoxyfen, Spiroxamin, Tebuconazol, Tetraconazol, Triadimenol, Trifloxystrobin, Triticonazol, Cybutryn, Triclosan, Mycobutanil, Penconazol, Picoxystrobin, Prochloraz, Propamocarb, Propiconazol, Dimethachlor CGA 52266, Dimethachlor CGA 354742, Dimethachlor CGA, Metazachlor BH479-4, Metazachlor BH479-8, Metazachlor BH479-9, Metazachlor BH479-11, Terbuthylazin-desethyl-2-hydroxy MT13, Chloridazon-desphenyl, Chloridazon-desphenylmethyl, Metolachlor ESA, Metolachlor OA, Dimethenamid-ESA, Chlorthalonilsulfonsäure M12

CHF 299.00

Water analysis PFAS

Per- and polyfluorinated alkyl compounds (PFAS), also known as forever chemicals, are increasingly finding their way into our food chains - sometimes they are also found in drinking water. Some of these substances are suspected of being carcinogenic. You can analyse your drinking water for these chemicals with the PFAS water analysis. Reasons why a water analysis can be useful for you: You consume your tap water regularly. The water shows abnormalities in color, smell or taste. There are people with a weak immune system or risk groups (babies, children, pregnant women or sick people) living in your household. The water is used to prepare baby food. You use your tap water for a soda maker. What does the Water Analysis PFAS examine? With the Water Analysis PFAS you can examine your drinking water for the presence of the following parameters: ✓ PFOA ✓ PFNA ✓ PFOS ✓ PFHxS ✓ PFBA ✓ PFPeA ✓ PFHxA ✓ PFHpA ✓ PFDA ✓ PFUnDA ✓ PFDoDA ✓ PFTrDA ✓ PFBS ✓ PFPeS ✓ PFHpS ✓ PFNS ✓ PFDS ✓ PFUnDS ✓ PFDoDS ✓ PFTrDS

CHF 299.00

Water analysis Glyphosate

Glyphosate is the main component of several total or broad-spectrum herbicides used primarily in agriculture to kill weeds. It is produced both as an acid and as a salt. Its effect on human health remains controversial: the WHO's International Agency for Research on Cancer has classified it as "probably carcinogenic". As one of the most popular weedkillers, glyphosate inevitably enters the environment when it is applied to fields. In this way, glyphosate is also repeatedly detectable in surface waters and groundwater. The risk of glyphosate being detected in drinking water can therefore not be completely ruled out. The limit value for glyphosate according to the Drinking Water Ordinance is 0.1 µg/l (drinking water limit value for pesticides). A proposed increase in the draft of the revised Water Protection Ordinance was not implemented after considerable resistance. This test shows you whether residues of the pesticide glyphosate can be detected in your drinking water. Reasons why a water test can be useful for you: You consume your tap water regularly. The water shows abnormalities in color, smell or taste. There are people with a weak immune system or risk groups (babies, children, pregnant women or sick people) living in your household. The water is used to prepare baby food. You use your tap water for a soda maker.

CHF 295.00

Water analysis medicines

Test whether there are residues of medicines in your drinking water. Small amounts of these get into the drinking water again and again. Our drinking water analysis medicines includes 12 common medicines. Reasons why a water analysis can be useful for you: You consume your tap water regularly. The water shows abnormalities in color, smell or taste. There are people with a weak immune system or risk groups (babies, children, pregnant women or sick people) living in your household. The water is used to prepare baby food. You use your tap water for a soda maker. What does the Water Analysis Medcines examine? With the Water Analysis Medicines you can examine your drinking water for the presence of the following 12 parameters: ✓Clarithromycin ✓Erythromycin ✓Roxithromycin ✓Trimethoprine ✓Sulfamethazine ✓Sulfamethoxazole ✓Ibuprofen ✓Diclofenac ✓Carbamazepine ✓Oestrone ✓17-α-Ethynylestradiol ✓17-β-Eestradiol

CHF 229.00

Water analysis well water Opti

The laboratory analysis for your well water determines its relevant chemical ingredients. Through natural and human influences (climate, agriculture, rocks and industry) numerous substances such as nitrate, manganese or ammonium get into the well water. Why a laboratory analysis for your well water is valuable The chemical well water analysis provides you with relevant information that is valuable for you as a well operator. In this way you can check the water quality between the legally required examinations or when the water is used as industrial water. The well water analysis enables you to check the well water independently, so you can take a sample of your water yourself and send it to our test laboratory. Self-sampling means here that with this well water analysis it is possible to find out your water quality independently of authorities, waterworks and samplers. Analysis for the following parameters: ✓ ammonium ✓ calcium ✓ iron ✓ color ✓ smell ✓ potassium ✓ conductance ✓ magnesium ✓ manganese ✓ nitrate ✓ nitrite ✓ organically bound carbon (TOC) ✓ acid capacity ✓ turbidity ✓ hydrogen ion concentration (pH) ✓ water hardness

CHF 103.00

Water Test Opti

Test your water with the Opti water test and thus contribute to improved water hygiene. Your water is examined for toxic heavy metals in the laboratory, nutrients are also recorded and the water hardness is determined. Why a laboratory analysis for your drinking water is valuable As a rule, drinking water in Switzerland is of very good quality and the strict requirements of the Drinking Water Ordinance (TBDV) are complied with. But even after the house connection, pollutants such as heavy metals from the pipes and fittings can still get into the drinking water. Often pollutants cannot be seen with the naked eye and can be harmful to health if they are consumed continuously. Reasons why a water test can be useful for you: You consume your tap water regularly. The water shows abnormalities in color, smell or taste. There are people with a weak immune system or risk groups (babies, children, pregnant women or sick people) living in your household. The water is used to prepare baby food. You live in a house in which copper or even lead lines may be installed. You use your tap water for a soda maker. What is the Water Test Opti? With the Water Test Opti, you can check whether contaminants from the tap, pipes or other sources get into your drinking water. Heavy metals often come loose from old pipes or get into drinking water through insufficiently maintained installations. Pipe damage can also be the cause. Health risks cannot be ruled out with increased exposure. ➩ You can use the Opti drinking water test to determine the condition of your pipes and connections. Your water is examined for toxic heavy metals and the values are compared with the limit values of the Drinking Water Ordinance. This enables you to identify possible risks at an early stage. ➩ In addition, important nutrients in your tap water are recorded and the water hardness is determined. This gives you a detailed overview of the important chemical parameters of your drinking water. Analysis for these 23 parameters: Metals: ✓Aluminium ✓Lead ✓Chrome ✓Copper ✓Manganese ✓Nickel ✓Iron ✓Zinc ✓Strontium ✓Boron ✓Barium ✓Lithium ✓Cadmium ✓Cobalt Minerals: ✓Nitrate ✓Nitrite ✓Magnesium ✓Calcium ✓Potassium ✓Sodium ✓Phosphorus ✓Sulfate ✓Water hardness

CHF 101.00

Water Analysis Combi

Test your water with the Kombi water analysis and find out how good your drinking water is. Your water is tested in the lab for toxic heavy metals, and nutrients are also measured along with the determination of water hardness. Additionally, the water is tested for bacteria, both generally at different temperatures and specifically for E. coli and coliform bacteria ("fecal bacteria"). Why a lab analysis of your drinking water is worth it In general, drinking water in Switzerland is of very good quality, and the strict requirements of the Drinking Water Ordinance (TBDV) are met. However, even after the house connection, pollutants such as heavy metals can still enter the drinking water from the materials of the pipes and fittings. Often, pollutants are not visible to the naked eye and can affect health with long-term consumption. Particularly when operating a water softener or in stagnant parts of the home installation, bacterial growth may also occur. The Complete Drinking Water Analysis covers these common causes of problems in drinking water. Reasons why a water test might be useful for you: You regularly consume your tap water. The water shows abnormalities in color, odor, and taste. There are immunocompromised persons or risk groups (babies, children, pregnant women, or sick people) living in your household. The water is used to prepare baby food. You live in a house that might have copper or even lead pipes installed. You use your tap water for a sparkling water machine. What is the Kombi Water Analysis? With the Complete Water Analysis, you can check whether pollutants and bacteria from the faucet, pipes, or other sources are entering your drinking water. Often, heavy metals dissolve from old pipes or enter the drinking water through inadequately maintained installations, or bacteria may multiply in stagnant water or on deposits in older pipes. Water softeners are also frequent sources of such contamination. Pipe damage can also be a cause. With increased contamination, health risks cannot be ruled out. The Kombi Water Analysis tests the following parameters: Metals: ✓Aluminum ✓Lead ✓Chromium ✓Copper ✓Manganese ✓Nickel ✓Iron ✓Zinc ✓Strontium ✓Boron ✓Barium ✓Lithium ✓Cadmium ✓Cobalt Minerals: ✓Nitrate ✓Nitrite ✓Magnesium ✓Calcium ✓Potassium ✓Sodium ✓Phosphorus ✓Sulfate ✓Water hardness Bacteria: ✓Total germ count at 22°C incubation temperature ✓Total germ count at 36°C incubation temperature ✓Test for coliform bacteria and E. coli

CHF 101.00

Water Test Legionella

A legionella test is compulsory for many apartment buildings. This is because Legionella can cause serious diseases in humans. You can therefore test your water for Legionella too! Why is a Legionella test useful? The bacteria can get into the respiratory tract through aerosols (nebulised water), which are produced, for example, when showering. This can cause severe infections of the respiratory tract. With our Legionella test, you can have your water sample tested for dangerous germs quickly and reliably in a specialist laboratory. What makes legionella so dangerous? Legionella are among the gram-negative bacteria. They occur preferentially in warm water and can be dangerous for humans through inhalation of legionella-containing aerosols. Aerosols result from the nebulisation of water, for example in: Whirlpools Showers Air conditioners etc. By inhaling these water droplets, Legionella get into the lungs and can cause severe inflammation there. This inflammation is called legionnaires' disease. Legionnaires' disease is fatal in about 15-20% of cases. It is therefore important to detect legionella contamination at an early stage.

CHF 95.00

Water analysis bacteria

To ensure perfect water hygiene, a water test can be useful. Bacteria can get into tap water in a wide variety of ways and represent a potential hazard. In particular, the total number of bacteria in the water is often increased in bacterial tests. Coliform germs, which can cause gastrointestinal complaints, are particularly dangerous. Why should a water test for bacteria be carried out? Although the tap water in Switzerland is generally of very good quality, impurities can get into the pipe system. The local water supplier is obliged to guarantee excellent water quality, but only has this obligation up to the house connection. Bacteria not only get into the house in tap water, but are also often introduced into the water from outside. For example, dirty splash water or dishcloths can get bacteria into the water system, where they can multiply. Another risk factor are poorly maintained filter systems, dead lines (stagnant water) or inadequate water installation. Excellent water hygiene should be ensured, especially if there are immunocompromised people in the household. The bacteria water test can help to get an overview of the microbiological hygiene of your water. Which bacteria does the Water Test Bacteria examine? The Water Test Bacteria determines: Total bioburden at 22 ° C incubation temperature Total bioburden at 36 ° C incubation temperature Examination for coliforms and E. coli ✪ The total bioburden (germ count) is essential for assessing the microbiological situation. The total bioburden indicates how many microorganism colonies are on a nutrient medium after inoculating the examined substance.

CHF 95.00

Water analysis Bacteria Plus

To ensure perfect water hygiene, a water test can be useful. Bacteria can get into tap water in a wide variety of ways and represent a potential hazard. In particular, the total number of bacteria in the water is often increased in bacterial tests. Coliform germs, which can cause gastrointestinal complaints, are particularly dangerous.The Bacteria Plus water analysis tests bacteria specifically for enterococci in addition to the normal water analysis. Why should a water test for bacteria be carried out? Although the tap water in Switzerland is generally of very good quality, impurities can get into the pipe system. The local water supplier is obliged to guarantee excellent water quality, but only has this obligation up to the house connection. Bacteria not only get into the house in tap water, but are also often introduced into the water from outside. For example, dirty splash water or dishcloths can get bacteria into the water system, where they can multiply. Another risk factor are poorly maintained filter systems, dead lines (stagnant water) or inadequate water installation. Excellent water hygiene should be ensured, especially if there are immunocompromised people in the household. The bacteria water test can help to get an overview of the microbiological hygiene of your water. Which bacteria does the Water Test Bacteria examine? The Water Test Bacteria determines: Total bioburden at 22 ° C incubation temperature Total bioburden at 36 ° C incubation temperature Examination for coliforms and E. coliExamination for Enterococci ✪ The total bioburden (germ count) is essential for assessing the microbiological situation. The total bioburden indicates how many microorganism colonies are on a nutrient medium after inoculating the examined substance.

CHF 95.00

Water Analysis Baby

With the Water Analysis Baby, you can quickly and easily determine whether your tap water is suitable for preparing baby food. Because some parameters that can occur in drinking water are particularly dangerous for babies and pregnant women. Good reasons for the Water Analysis Baby: You want the water in your home to be used for baby food. There are pregnant women and small children in your house. You want to make sure that there are no pollutants such as lead in your tap water. Sampling is simple and the analysis result is prepared to be easily understood. You live in an old building. There are immunocompromised patients in your home. These 6 important parameters are recorded for you with the baby water analysis: Lead: The heavy metal lead is particularly dangerous for babies. Long-term damage, such as reduced intelligence, has been proven to be due to lead. Copper: Water for infants must not contain high concentrations of copper, as copper can be toxic and lead to liver and kidney damage. Nitrite: Nitrite in drinking water can lead to methaemoglobinaemia. Symptoms include blue skin and lips and shortness of breath. Nitrate: Nitrate enters drinking water mainly through agriculture. In the body, nitrate is converted into nitrite, which is particularly toxic to babies. Sulfate: On the still very sensitive gastrointestinal tract, an increased dose of sulfate in the drinking water can have a laxative effect on babies. Sodium: Low-sodium water should always be used to feed a baby. This is due to the fact that infants do not yet have fully developed kidneys and are therefore less able to break down excess sodium.

CHF 92.00

Water analysis Ideal

The water test Ideal tests your tap water, among other things, for corrosion-indicating substances and possible pollutants that can get into your drinking water, especially from the pipe material. Why should a water test with laboratory analysis be performed? The tap water in residential buildings is often not or only rarely checked because the tap water from the utility is of good quality. However, heavy metals can get into the water through chemical reactions between pipe material and tap water or through obsolete materials. This is especially the case with stagnant water that has remained in the pipes for a long time. Heavy metals can have a significant impact on health. In addition to health effects, increased values of various parameters can also lead to wear and tear on materials and technical devices. For example, iron (rust) can create unsightly stains and deposits. This can adversely affect water pipes and other devices. By carrying out a Water Test Ideal, you can learn more about possible corrosion of water pipes and possible sources of dangerous heavy metals. Analysis for these parameters: ✓Aluminium ✓Lead ✓Chrome ✓Iron ✓Copper ✓Nickel ✓Zinc ✓Strontium ✓Boron ✓Barium ✓Lithium ✓Cadmium ✓Cobalt

CHF 84.00

Water analysis single parameters

An analysis for individual parameters can be more economical if you are only interested in a single aspect, for example the lead content. However, if you are interested in several parameters, it is usually worth ordering one of our combined analyses. Why should a water test with laboratory analysis be performed? The tap water in residential buildings is often not or only rarely checked because the tap water from the utility is of good quality. However, heavy metals can get into the water through chemical reactions between pipe material and tap water or through obsolete materials. This is especially the case with stagnant water that has remained in the pipes for a long time. Heavy metals can have a significant impact on health. In addition to health effects, increased values of various parameters can also lead to wear and tear on materials and technical devices. For example, iron (rust) can create unsightly stains and deposits. This can adversely affect water pipes and other devices. By carrying out a Water Test Ideal, you can learn more about possible corrosion of water pipes and possible sources of dangerous heavy metals.

From CHF 44.90

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Water Test 9 in 1

With the practical 9-in-1 test strips for pool water, springs, wells and household from aquaself you can monitor the most important water values independently and quickly. Can be used at home or on the go, so you can test the water quality quickly and reliably. The test strips are suitable for measuring the water quality of your tap water, fountains, pools and aquariums. Water can be boiled to kill bacteria, but heavy metals remain in the water. The 9 in 1 test strips can be used to test the water for some of the most important chemical contaminants. One container provides 100 test strips and is resealable. This allows frequent monitoring of the water quality, even on vacation. Your advantages ✓ Measure 9 parameters at one glance! ✓ Incl. multilingual instructions ✓ 100 test strips in resealable container ✓ You will receive your measurement result within a few seconds. Dip in the test strip, read off, done ✓ Easy-to-read colour scale You can determine these 9 parameters with one test strip: ➤ Free chlorine ➤ Lead ➤ Iron ➤ Copper ➤ Total alkalinity ➤ Nitrate ➤ Nitrite ➤ pH-value ➤ Water hardness Water test including multilingual instructions: Due to the construction of the plastic test strips, getting an accurate reading is child's play and comfortable. The change in colour is compared with a colour scale on the resealable packaging and the measured value is read. The storage box contains 100 test strips and ensures that they can be stored safely and drily. With one pack, regular measurements can be made over many months, which makes the 9-in-1 test strips the ideal addition to professional water analyses. How to test your water in three easy steps: Step 1:Immerse the test strip in the water for a second. Step 2:Shake the test strip and wait 15 seconds. Step 3:The results can be read on the colour scale.

CHF 34.90

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How good is the water quality in Switzerland?

What speaks in favor of using tap water?

How good is the water quality in Switzerland?

What speaks in favor of using tap water?

What speaks against the immediate use of tap water?

3 Tips for handling drinking water:

What speaks against the immediate use of tap water?

3 Tips for handling drinking water:

Test your well water

Possible reasons for contaminated well water:

Wells in Switzerland

Sources (in German):