Know your water.
Melbourne's water is treated and safe. But mineral levels, pH, and trace elements can vary suburb to suburb — and even building to building. Here's an easy way to see what's actually coming out of your tap.
- Free at-home kit — posted directly to you
- Takes 2 minutes to complete
- Clear explanation of what your results mean
Melbourne water is safe — this is a quick mineral-level check for clarity. We post your kit, you do the test at home.
Your water is safe.
Here's why some homeowners still want to know more.
Melbourne's water supply is treated and monitored by Melbourne Water. That said, what arrives at your tap can be subtly different to what leaves the treatment plant — depending on your suburb, your building's pipes, and seasonal variation.
- Mineral levels vary by suburb, building, and season
- Film on taps, glassware, or shower screens can signal elevated minerals
- Scale inside kettles, dishwashers, and hot water systems shortens their lifespan
- Older pipes can introduce trace iron or copper before water reaches your tap
- Changes in taste or feel are often the first sign something's worth checking
Six things worth knowing about your tap water
Each parameter tells a small story about your water — and together, they give a useful picture of what's flowing through your home.
pH Balance
A measure of how acidic or alkaline your water is. Most tap water sits between 6.5 and 8.5. Values outside this range can affect taste and, over time, may influence pipe and fitting wear.
Free & Total Chlorine
Chlorine is used to keep water safe during distribution. Some people notice it in taste or smell. This check shows how much remains by the time water reaches your tap.
Iron & Copper
These metals can enter water through older pipes and fittings. Elevated levels may contribute to staining on fixtures, a metallic taste, or visible discolouration.
Lead
Lead can leach from very old plumbing materials. It has no taste or smell, so testing is the only way to know. Most modern homes are well within safe levels — but it's worth confirming.
Nitrate & Nitrite
Typically low in treated metropolitan water. Elevated levels are more common in rural or older areas. This check gives you a baseline reading for your property.
Alkalinity, Minerals & Fluoride
Total alkalinity and mineral content affect scale build-up on appliances and fixtures. Fluoride is added to Melbourne's supply for dental health — this confirms your level is within range.
Not a laboratory test. Results are indicative and intended to guide understanding, not replace professional water analysis.
Three Steps. About 2 Minutes.
We mail your kit
Fill in the form above and we'll post a test strip kit to your door. No cost, no catch — just your address so we know where to send it.
Dip the strip
Immerse the strip in a glass of cold tap water for 2 seconds. Hold it level for 15–60 seconds while the colours develop. That's it.
Check your results
Compare the strip colours to the included chart, or give us a call and we'll walk through it with you — no technical knowledge required.
No pressure — we'll explain what the results mean in plain language, and outline any options if something looks worth following up. There's no obligation to do anything.
Two Outcomes
Whatever your results show, we'll give you a straightforward explanation — and leave the next move entirely up to you.
Good to know — and file away.
If your levels are within expected ranges, we'll confirm that clearly. There's nothing you need to do. You now have a baseline reading for your property, which can be useful if anything changes down the track.
We'll talk through what it means.
If any parameter reads higher than typical, we'll explain what it might mean for your plumbing, appliances, or water quality — and what options exist if you'd like to do something about it. No pushing, no upselling. Just clarity.
Common questions
Is this a water safety test?
How long does the test take?
What suburbs do you service?
Do I have to book a plumber after doing the test?
What will you do with my details?
What if I'm not sure how to read the strip?
How accurate are at-home test strips?
Get your free at-home water test kit.
Free Home Water Test (Normally $10). Posted to your door.
↑ Request my free kitClear process. No pressure. Just clarity.
Know your water.
Melbourne's water is treated and safe. But mineral levels, pH, and trace elements can vary suburb to suburb — and even building to building. Here's an easy way to see what's actually coming out of your tap.
- Free at-home kit — posted directly to you
- Takes 2 minutes to complete
- Clear explanation of what your results mean
Melbourne water is safe — this is a quick mineral-level check for clarity. We post your kit, you do the test at home.
Your water is safe.
Here's why some homeowners still want to know more.
Melbourne's water supply is treated and monitored by Melbourne Water. That said, what arrives at your tap can be subtly different to what leaves the treatment plant — depending on your suburb, your building's pipes, and seasonal variation.
- Mineral levels vary by suburb, building, and season
- Film on taps, glassware, or shower screens can signal elevated minerals
- Scale inside kettles, dishwashers, and hot water systems shortens their lifespan
- Older pipes can introduce trace iron or copper before water reaches your tap
- Changes in taste or feel are often the first sign something's worth checking
Six things worth knowing about your tap water
Each parameter tells a small story about your water — and together, they give a useful picture of what's flowing through your home.
pH Balance
A measure of how acidic or alkaline your water is. Most tap water sits between 6.5 and 8.5. Values outside this range can affect taste and, over time, may influence pipe and fitting wear.
Free & Total Chlorine
Chlorine is used to keep water safe during distribution. Some people notice it in taste or smell. This check shows how much remains by the time water reaches your tap.
Iron & Copper
These metals can enter water through older pipes and fittings. Elevated levels may contribute to staining on fixtures, a metallic taste, or visible discolouration.
Lead
Lead can leach from very old plumbing materials. It has no taste or smell, so testing is the only way to know. Most modern homes are well within safe levels — but it's worth confirming.
Nitrate & Nitrite
Typically low in treated metropolitan water. Elevated levels are more common in rural or older areas. This check gives you a baseline reading for your property.
Alkalinity, Minerals & Fluoride
Total alkalinity and mineral content affect scale build-up on appliances and fixtures. Fluoride is added to Melbourne's supply for dental health — this confirms your level is within range.
Not a laboratory test. Results are indicative and intended to guide understanding, not replace professional water analysis.
Three Steps. About 2 Minutes.
We mail your kit
Fill in the form above and we'll post a test strip kit to your door. No cost, no catch — just your address so we know where to send it.
Dip the strip
Immerse the strip in a glass of cold tap water for 2 seconds. Hold it level for 15–60 seconds while the colours develop. That's it.
Check your results
Compare the strip colours to the included chart, or give us a call and we'll walk through it with you — no technical knowledge required.
No pressure — we'll explain what the results mean in plain language, and outline any options if something looks worth following up. There's no obligation to do anything.
Two Outcomes
Whatever your results show, we'll give you a straightforward explanation — and leave the next move entirely up to you.
Good to know — and file away.
If your levels are within expected ranges, we'll confirm that clearly. There's nothing you need to do. You now have a baseline reading for your property, which can be useful if anything changes down the track.
We'll talk through what it means.
If any parameter reads higher than typical, we'll explain what it might mean for your plumbing, appliances, or water quality — and what options exist if you'd like to do something about it. No pushing, no upselling. Just clarity.
Common questions
Is this a water safety test?
How long does the test take?
What suburbs do you service?
Do I have to book a plumber after doing the test?
What will you do with my details?
What if I'm not sure how to read the strip?
How accurate are at-home test strips?
Get your free at-home water test kit.
Free Home Water Test (Normally $10). Posted to your door.
↑ Request my free kitClear process. No pressure. Just clarity.