This brief article gives information about several common contaminants found in private wells. It should help you decide when to sample your well and how often.
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A Common Mistake: Failure to Properly Test the Well Water Chemistry
Continuing with our theme of common mistakes made while selecting a well water treatment system, today we will be focusing on the failure to properly test your well water chemistry. This could be considered one of the most important mistakes as it is the first step in selecting a treatment system. If your tests are … Continue reading A Common Mistake: Failure to Properly Test the Well Water Chemistry
Coliform Bacteria Testing: Why, How, and When
Introduction to Water Quality Water quality is a vital component of public health, and one of the most important indicators of safe drinking water is the presence or absence of coliform bacteria. Coliform bacteria are a group of rod-shaped, gram-negative bacteria that do not form spores and are commonly found throughout the environment. They can … Continue reading Coliform Bacteria Testing: Why, How, and When