Well Water Treatment for New Homeowners: Four Important Steps To Take

If you just purchased a new home or are new to well water systems, it pays to educate yourself about your well and pump system, and be able to understand how to read a water test report.  Whether you decide to purchase and install a water treatment system, or have a local water treatment professional … Continue reading Well Water Treatment for New Homeowners: Four Important Steps To Take

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Drought Impacts Well Water Treatment Systems And Water Quality

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the North American Drought is a record-breaking expansion of the drought which started in 2010, when the shortage of snow and rain in North America resulted in little or no run-off and melt-water to soak into the soil. The shortage of water encompasses 80% of the United … Continue reading Drought Impacts Well Water Treatment Systems And Water Quality

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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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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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Water Stains? How to Identify The Top 5 Stains

Well water can leave behind pink, red, brown, black, or blue stains on toilets, tubs, sinks, clothing, and even your hair. These stains are often caused by minerals like iron and manganese, organic material, or corrosive water chemistry. Here’s what each type of stain typically means: Pink Stains Pink stains are common in homes with … Continue reading Water Stains? How to Identify The Top 5 Stains

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Posted on By Gerry Bulfin