Category: Bacteria

Can I test my own well water for coliform bacteria at home?

Health authorities strongly recommend an annual coliform bacteria water test for private water wells, as contamination can occur without any change in taste or odor to the water. Private well owners are responsible for ensuring their water is safe, as public water regulations do not apply to private water systems. There are many ways that … Continue reading Can I test my own well water for coliform bacteria at home?

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Well Water Chlorinators – Popular and Low Cost Disinfection for Home Water Well Systems

Small chlorination systems remain a low-cost and popular option for disinfecting well water, eliminating odor, and oxidizing iron and manganese. While alternatives like hydrogen peroxide, UV light, and ozone have become more affordable, chlorine remains the most common method for treating home well water systems. Chlorine bleach has been used to sanitize potable water since … Continue reading Well Water Chlorinators – Popular and Low Cost Disinfection for Home Water Well Systems

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Coliform and E.Coli Bacteria Water Contamination?

Coliform and/or E.Coli Bacteria In Your Well Water? Bacteria exist in many well waters, especially shallow or poorly constructed wells under the influence of water from the surface.  However even if your well is a deep properly constructed well, it can become accidentally contaminated by coliform bacteria. Septic tanks can contaminate drinking water wells with … Continue reading Coliform and E.Coli Bacteria Water Contamination?

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Posted on By Gerry Bulfin