Coliform Bacteria Testing: Why, How, and When

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 be present in surface … Continue reading Coliform Bacteria Testing: Why, How, and When

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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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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