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Bacteria
Protect your family from harmful bacteria with Detekt's professional-grade bacteria test kits. Our home bacteria testing solutions detect dangerous microorganisms in drinking water, well water, kitchen surfaces, and household environments—delivering lab-accurate results in minutes without expensive lab fees.
Complete Microbial Testing for Water & Surfaces
Whether you need a water bacteria test for your private well, a sanitation test kit for kitchen food prep areas, or a comprehensive microbial test kit for your entire home, Detekt provides the same technology trusted by EPA and FDA professionals. Each DIY bacteria test kit delivers 99% accuracy with easy-to-read visual results.
Our bacteria testing collection helps homeowners, parents, renters, and health-conscious families identify contamination risks including E. coli, coliform bacteria, Salmonella, and other harmful pathogens. With rapid results and no technical expertise required, you can test your home bacteria environment confidently.
Explore Our Complete Home Safety Testing Range
Looking for comprehensive home safety testing? Detekt offers a full range of DIY test kits. Check your drinking water with our water purity test kits, or test for toxic heavy metals using our lead test kits. Concerned about indoor air? Explore our mold test kits and air quality testing solutions. We also offer radon gas detection kits and algae toxin testing for ponds and lakes. All products designed, developed, and manufactured in Austin, TX.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a bacteria test kit detect?
A home bacteria test kit detects harmful microorganisms including E. coli, coliform bacteria, and other pathogens in water and on surfaces. Detekt's microbial test kits identify contamination at levels that pose health risks, helping you ensure safe drinking water and sanitary home environments.
How do I test my water for bacteria at home?
Testing water for bacteria is simple with our DIY test kit. Collect a water sample, follow the included instructions, and read your results within minutes. No mailing samples or waiting weeks—get lab-grade accuracy at home with 99% reliability.
When should I test my home for bacteria?
Test your well water annually, kitchen bacteria test surfaces monthly, and anytime you notice changes in water taste, smell, or appearance. Also test after plumbing repairs, flooding, or if family members experience unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms.
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Rainwater collection barrel
Rainwater off your roof is non-potable water, but after a quick test, this customer found that the water is fairly clean and is now less concerned about using it for more than just watering plants.
Toxic lead paint testing
This customer was urged by family to test their antique furniture for lead paint. The tests came back positive on multiple areas. They took steps to remediate before grandkids spent time in the home - now it's safe for all.
Indoor air quality (mold)
This customer was concerned about their daughter's dorm room at a Texas university. After simple testing with the mold test kit, the results were positive for Fusarium and Penicilium, both harmful molds. Remediation is undergoing.
Bring the lab to your home
Detekt tests kits have everything you need, except for a timer and a Sharpie! Grab your phone and a pen, open the kit, and get started. Lab-grade science in your home.
Algae testing on the go
This customer was testing for toxic blue-green algae in Zion National Park after concerns of dangerous levels were reported. It was positive for blue-green algae and a warning was posted. The Detekt algae test kits are trusted by EPA professionals.
Kitchen sanitation
Kitchens are one of the most used places in our home, and the most likely for germs. Not all cleaners are made equal, and as this customer found, some places in her kitchen were hot spots for bacteria, while others were completely clean. Now, her focus can be targeted to those areas, and her family will benefit.
Recreational water testing
Take your tests on the go. Our kits can be used in the home or apartment, schools, offices, RVs, or even to test recreational water sources. Trust the same technology municipalities use to keep our water clean.
Lead pipes & drinking water
9 million homes in the US still drink tap water that comes from lead pipes. This customer tested their water to ensure there was no lead. The Detekt lead water test is the most sensitive test on the market - because any lead is bad for you.
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