Water wells are a great resource for homeowners, but they’re also vulnerable to several problems. Over time, wells can be damaged by chemicals, algae, or bacteria, or they can be physically blocked by sand, mineral growth, and equipment problems. If you rely on a well for fresh water, regular water well maintenance is essential to keep your supply safe and available for use.

Water Quality

When you schedule water well maintenance, your well technician has the opportunity to take water samples for testing. This will help identify any contamination from pesticides, fertilizers, and other chemicals which may have reached the groundwater, as well as revealing algae and bacteria levels. The sooner you catch any of these problems, the safer you are and the easier they are to address, so regular testing is vital.

Cleaning

Over time, mineral or biological buildup can clog the walls of your well, preventing water from flowing in and reducing your well’s yield. Regular maintenance is the best way to monitor the progress these growths and determine when it’s time for well cleaning to scour this growth from the walls and increase water collection.

Equipment Maintenance

Even if the well itself is in perfect shape, your pump, pipes, and filters may not be. Sediment in the intake, buildup in the pipes, and simple mechanical failure due to wear can all be identified and addressed in their early stages as long as you’re diligent in scheduling maintenance.

Your well is a major feature of your property, and you should be able to rely on it. If your well hasn’t been examined and tested recently, schedule a visit from a local well technician today.

Based in Chugiak, AK, Sullivan Water Wells is a third-generation family-owned business providing water well maintenance and drilling for all the area’s residents. Their high-performance systems will keep your home supplied with water for decades to come. If you have any questions or need to schedule a visit, call them today at (907) 688-2759 or get in touch online.