How to Reduce/Prevent the Need for Well Repair

If you have a water well in your water, then you may be aware of the occasional concern or problem. The cause of this could be due to corrosion or age, incomplete development of well, aquifer depletion, improper well construction and design, bio fouling, stability issues, equipment failure due to any reason, reduced pumping rate, borehole stability, increase in sediment and sand content in the water, mineral incrustation, decreased well depth, over pumping, or due to heavy rains. Below are some things to keep in mind regarding water well repair.

For most homeowners, these concerns are considerably outweighed by living beyond the urban limits and having a source of water on their own land. At the end of the day, well water, tastes better and typically have few chemicals in it, too!

Therefore, if you an individual who is proponent of well water, it’s crucial that you take your time and learn how to do basic things such as keeping your water well repair issues at the minimum.

Actions one should take to keep well repair from becoming a major concern

• Start by planning to have a professional water well to come and inspect your well at least once after 3/5 years. This will ensure that they have tested pH levels and presence of any bacteria.
• Ensure that the area within hundred feet around the well is very clean and clear any debris or things that can pollute the water supply.
• You should pay close attention to how your water smells and tastes. If you notice any kind of change, you should contact a professional to come and inspect the well as repair might be required.
• Make sure your water get tested professionally at least once after every ten years, and maintain all records that are related to maintenance and health of the well. Be it well repairs, invoices from water well contractors or repairs, past inspection reports, the results of quality test reports, and all warranties.

In case there are any concerns with the results of testing, there are several measures known as well rehabilitation, which can help in maximizing water flow and eradicate or minimize any unwanted things in the well. Talk to your local plumber today to learn the steps your well and property will best benefit from.