Investigate rotten-egg odor, blackened water, or black slime.
Sulfate-reducing bacteria use sulfur-based compounds and can produce hydrogen sulfide. Their activity is often associated with odor and black deposits in wells, tanks, and plumbing.
Best suited for
Rotten-egg or sulfur odor
Black water or black deposits
Black slime in toilet tanks or plumbing
Recurring odor after disinfection or maintenance
How it works
National Testing Laboratories ships the collection kit.
Collect the sample exactly as directed.
Return the kit using guaranteed next-day delivery; return shipping is not included.
Receive a laboratory report after analysis.
Odor can have multiple causes; use the result with system inspection and water chemistry.
Representative collection materials; exact container appearance may vary by laboratory lot and shipping requirements.