Water Testing

Water Testing

Hill Labs is New Zealand's largest water testing laboratory with the most extensive range of water tests available. Using the very latest technology our water testing suites have been designed to meet the requirements of specific situations, including chemistry and microbiological tests.

Drinking Water

The Drinking Water Standards for New Zealand are the government issued regulatory requirements for the consumption of drinking water.

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Agricultural Water

Understanding the quality and composition of water on farm is a critical component to modern farm-system management. Hill Labs offers a variety of agricultural water tests so that you can have all of your on-farm needs met by a single supplier.

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eDNA in Water Testing

Our Environmental DNA (eDNA) water testing services deliver accurate, science-based insights that help protect ecosystems and support informed conservation efforts.

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Other Water Testing

As New Zealand's largest water testing laboratory, Hill Labs can utilise the very latest technologies to conduct water testing including: bottled water testing, swimming pool and spa pool water testing, and winery water testing.

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Helpful links

Our team of testing experts has meticulously crafted these documents to offer recommendations tailored to your testing requirements.

Latest Stories

Effluent Testing: A Smart Investment for Sustainable Farming – The Hunt Farm Story

In the pastures of Hunt Farm, a quiet revolution is taking place. One that blends environmental stewardship with economic savvy.
  14 Jul 2025

Staff Profile: Ester Woollaston - Championing Food Safety and Team Success

With nearly 10 years of experience, Section Manager for Water Microbiology, Ester Woollaston is passionate about public health and leads a busy lab. Learn more about Ester and her time at Hill Labs.
  30 Jun 2025

Expanding Our Dairy and Apiculture Services Through FSQSNZ Acquisition

Following our recent acquisitions of Food and Health Standards (FHS) and Auditing Solutions (AS), we’re excited to announce the next step in our growth journey: the acquisition of Food Safety Quality Solutions NZ (FSQSNZ Limited). This move, part of our joint venture with Sam Brooks, brings a trusted MPI-recognised agency into our fold, with over five years of combined experience in food safety and compliance. 
  24 Jun 2025

What our customers have to say

"We've always found them to be responsive in getting results back and giving advice on problems we might be facing."

Andrew Hutchinson, Technical Manager, Turners & Growers

"We strongly recommend Hill Labs as a sound testing service provider to the honey industry."

Nick Walker, Technical Manager, Egmont Honey

"Their sample registration system has made things simple and seamless - collect, scan and send!"

Mathew Bannister, Compliance Manager, First Fresh New Zealand

Accreditations

As a New Zealand accredited laboratory by International Accreditation New Zealand (IANZ), Hill Labs' commitment to quality is tantamount to our overall operating philosophy. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work.