Protecting Your Private Water Supply
If your home uses well water, you're responsible for ensuring its safety. Regular testing and proper treatment are essential for protecting your family's health.
Why Test Well Water?
Unlike municipal water, private wells aren't regulated or monitored. Testing is the only way to know what's in your water.
Potential Well Water Contaminants:
- Bacteria and microorganisms
- Nitrates from fertilizers and septic systems
- Heavy metals (arsenic, lead, uranium)
- Pesticides and herbicides
- Hard water minerals
- Iron and manganese
- Hydrogen sulfide (sulfur smell)
- Radon gas
Recommended Testing Schedule:
Annual Testing:
- Coliform bacteria
- Nitrates
- pH levels
- Total dissolved solids
Every 3-5 Years:
- Heavy metals
- Organic chemicals
- Pesticides/herbicides
- Radon
Test Immediately If:
- Change in taste, odor, or appearance
- After flooding or ground disturbance
- New industry or agriculture nearby
- Septic system problems
- Family illness or gastrointestinal issues
- Pregnant or new baby in home
- New well or home purchase
Common Well Water Issues in Pacific Northwest:
Iron and Manganese
Causes rust stains and metallic taste:
- Oxidizing filter systems
- Water softeners
- Aeration treatment
Hydrogen Sulfide
Creates "rotten egg" smell:
- Activated carbon filtration
- Oxidation systems
- Aeration
Hardness
Mineral buildup in pipes and fixtures:
- Water softening systems
- Scale prevention
Bacteria
Health risk from contamination:
- UV disinfection
- Chlorination
- Ozone treatment
Well Maintenance Best Practices:
- Keep well cap secure and sealed
- Maintain proper drainage around wellhead
- Keep contaminants away from well (minimum 50 feet)
- Annual inspection of well components
- Proper septic system maintenance
- Landscape chemicals applied carefully
- Document all testing results
Our Well Water Services:
- Comprehensive water testing
- Results interpretation and recommendations
- Custom treatment system design
- Iron and sulfur removal
- UV disinfection systems
- Water softening solutions
- Sediment filtration
- Ongoing maintenance and monitoring
Take Action:
Don't wait for a problem to test your well water. Contact us for:
- Free water testing consultation
- Professional sample collection
- Lab testing coordination
- Results analysis
- Treatment recommendations
