Birdsong Science Solutions
Environmental Testing

Professional diagnostic analysis for well water, soil, and indoor air quality โ€” serving homes and rural properties across West Central Missouri.

WELL WATER ร€-LA-CARTE

Sulfur Bacteria Testing

Category: WELL WATER ร€-LA-CARTE

Cost: $TBD

๐Ÿ“Š Service Overview

Sulfur bacteria convert naturally occurring sulfates into hydrogen sulfide gas, causing the classic 'rotten egg' odor and black slime.

๐Ÿ“‹ What We Test For

Analysis and identification of sulfur-reducing bacteria from submitted slime or water samples.

๐Ÿ” EPA & MO.Gov Context

Like iron bacteria, sulfur bacteria do not pose a direct health risk, but they are a primary cause of severe aesthetic and odor issues in rural well water systems.

๐Ÿงด Client Sampling & Drop-Off Guidelines

When you pick up your pre-sterilized collection bottles from our lab drop-off window, we will provide a clear, step-by-step instruction sheet for gathering your water sample. All you need to know right now is that samples must be kept chilled on wet ice or ice packs and delivered back to our lab window within 24 hours of collection to ensure accurate results.

Prefer we handle it? For an additional $75 flat fee, our Birdsong Science Expert can come directly to your property within our 50-mile footprint to professionally collect and transport your samples. Contact us to schedule.