Adding a well to your property is an excellent way to take control over your water supply, deciding what is added to it, and freeing yourself from paying your municipality a monthly water bill. However, there are some dangers that come with it, especially if certain protocols of well maintenance and design are not followed. Here’s a guide to what you should and shouldn’t do to keep your well safe. 

Do:

Test your water.

The most crucial element of any water well maintenance program is having professionals test your water at least once a year. That way, they can quickly discover any pollutant or bacteria and devise a swift plan to eradicate it. Without that service, you can be exposed to a problematic element for a lengthy period of time, endangering your health and that of your family. 

Consider a treatment system. 

When a well technician discovers a high amount of a certain substance in your well, such as iron, it often makes sense to install a water treatment system to filter it out. By adding a safeguard to your structure, you’ll be investing in clean and safe water for the long haul. 

Don’t:

Allow contaminants nearby.

One of the biggest safety concerns when you have a well is the possibility that contaminants can enter your structure. The way to prevent that is to remind all residents on your property to never to store oils, paints, or other toxic materials within 100 yards of your well. It’s also important to never install a septic tank close by or raise livestock within a similar distance since rainwater can carry the waste right into your well.

Ignore changes in your water. 

No system is perfect, and it’s possible that a contaminant may eventually work its way into your water supply. Don’t shrug off even a slight change in your water’s taste, smell, or appearance. That alteration is a sign that something new is in your water supply and should be tested immediately as part of your well maintenance program to protect you from illness. 

To ensure your well is completely safe and institute a rigorous well maintenance program, don’t hesitate to contact Ace Drilling in Polson, MT. With over three decades of combined experience, the family-owned and -operated well drilling company is run by Dave and Jay Bick, two caring brothers. You can set up an appointment to test your well water by calling (406) 883-3300. Learn more about the company by visiting their website.