Whether your home has a well or not – It is extremely important to know about the water supply
When purchasing a home with a well it is extremely important to have the water analyzed for contaminants. Homes with a municipal supply may have concerns with old metal supply systems, lead solder or corroded pipe fittings that can adversely affect your drinking water.
It wasn’t until 1986 that Congress prohibited the use of pipes, solder or flux that were not “lead free” defined as solder and flux with no more than 0.2% lead and pipes with no more than 8% and then it wasn’t until 2011 that the level of lead was lowered from 8% to a weighted average of 0.25%.
That means a lot of our homes have lead in the water supply
Homes with wells add to the concern due to environmental contaminants that can be in the water. Homes on or around former or current agricultural or industrial properties can be highly susceptible to chemical contamination.
The well inspection will ensure that the above ground components of the well are properly sealed , the above ground piping is correct, the electrical components are safe and the wellhead is free of cracks or openings where contaminants can get into your water.
We are not licensed well contractors, only a licensed well contractor can remove the well cap or pump for an inspection and perform proper drawdown, pressure and flow tests.
We offer multiple water testing options including testing for Radon in water.
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