Well pumps are becoming more and more common across the country, and homeowners are learning what it takes to control the quality of their drinking water. Enlisting the help of well services for regular well cleaning and maintenance is a great first step, but to get truly pure water, you need to employ a quality filtration and treatment routine as well.

One of the best ways to know if your well cleaning and filtration system is working properly is to make yourself familiar with the signs that the water quality has been compromised as well as to have it professionally tested. To help you get started, here are three signs that you’re overdue for a well cleaning and may require an all new filtration and treatment system:

High pH Level

The pH level of your water refers to the measurement of how many hydrogen ions are present in water to determine its alkalinity (acidic or basic). To be optimal for drinking, your water should reach a certain pH level.

Homeowners can do an at-home water test to determine the pH level of their water, or, if they’re not comfortable doing the test themselves, they can bring in an outside company to do it for them. If the water is too acidic, your water well company can adjust it to fit in the appropriate range. 

Unpleasant Odor or Taste

One of the easiest signs of a dirty well is a strange odor or taste to the water. Any unusual taste may indicate that the water has been contaminated by non-toxic or natural solutions. If you use the water to wash your clothes, you should also be on the lookout for inexplicable stains; this can be another indication that your well needs a new treatment process. 

Low Water Pressure 

If you notice that the water pressure from your well has suddenly dropped, it’s likely due to a decrease in the well’s capacity. While this may be the result of many issues, the most likely is that you’re overdue for maintenance on the filtration and treatment system. 

If you’re overdue for well cleaning and maintenance in Tylersburg, PA, look no further than Frederick Drilling Co. & Sons. For over 36 years, this team of well experts has served the surrounding area, providing quality well service and helping to maintain the purest water possible. For more information, visit them online or give them a call at (814) 744-8581.