Well Water Maintenance

Maintain your well water for better water quality

Unlike public water which is tested on a regular basis to ensure its quality, individuals and families who use well water are personally responsible for ensuring their water is healthy for drinking and other purposes. There are a number of steps which must be taken on a continuous basis to ensure the quality of water coming from your well remains high.

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These steps do not require a considerable amount of time or effort but if they are not performed on a regular basis your water quality may be compromised. Steps listed below will ensure your well water remains healthy:

Test the water regularly. Water testing, especially for bacterial contamination, should be done at least three times a year. Testing for metals and chemicals is recommended approximately every 2 years. If you notice a change in the color or taste of your water or you suspect the influence of new chemicals, test your water.

Check the well cap. The well cap should be checked on a regular basis to ensure it remains in place.

Check your pumps. Pumps and pipelines need to be checked regularly and well-maintained. Any changes in water require testing.

Following these steps will ensure the quality of your well water. Failure to maintain your well can result in a number of health related problems. Pregnant women are especially at risk when it comes to consuming unhealthy water; maintaining your well water in this situation is critical. If you have family members who have weakened immune systems (for example, the elderly or the very young) you should be extra vigilant about the health of your water.

If your water has been tested for bacterial and chemical contamination and the results indicate there is presence of unwanted particles there are many well water treatment options to choose from in order to help these problems. A more drastic step is chlorination. Taking the appropriate steps to maintain your well water can protect you and your family against serious health related problems.