Most rural residents rely on wells to provide clean, healthy drinking water for their households. But residential water systems can be susceptible to pollution and contamination if mistreated or poorly maintained.

Luisier Drilling, based in Oconto Falls, is one of Wisconsin’s oldest and most trusted providers of residential water systems. For over 80 years, they’ve provided services like well drilling and well inspection to residents along the northern shores of Green Bay and beyond. They recommend a number of strategies to avoid pollution of residential water systems.

4 Ways To Protect Your Residential Water System From Pollution

Maintain Septic Systems

Most rural homes are served by both a water well and a septic system. When properly maintained, both should function safely and independently. However, problems with a septic tank or leach field can affect a water well in ways that can lead to alarming results during a well inspection. 

Avoid Direct Contamination

Never mix or use pesticides, fertilizers, or other harsh chemicals in the immediate vicinity of your water well, as these may dangerously contaminate groundwater.

Redirect Runoff

The ground around your well should be sloped away from the well to avoid surface water running into the reservoir. This is arranged for during the well drilling process, but contact a residential water system professional if your well seems exposed to surface runoff.

Perform Regular Well Inspections

Check your well frequently to ensure there are no broken or corroded parts such as well casings, well caps, or surface seals. Contact a residential water systems expert annually to arrange for a professional well inspection to ensure that no bacterial or chemical contamination is affecting your drinking water.

Make sure your eastern Wisconsin residential water system is safe to drink from with an annual inspection from Luisier Drilling in Oconto Falls. Visit them online for more information, or call (920) 848-5239 today to schedule a visit!