If you have a residential well, you know the savings that can come from living off the grid. However, while you can eliminate that monthly water bill, you’ll need to stay on top of the quality of your home water system. Otherwise, you could expose your family and guests to harmful or unpleasant contaminants. To keep your drinking water clean and tasting great, use the following tips.

How to Keep Your Drinking Water Safe

1. Have Your Septic System Pumped Regularly

Many households with well water systems also use septic systems to process their waste. However, since both of these can be found underground in your yard, there is always a possibility of cross-contamination. To prevent your septic waste from polluting your drinking water, you’ll need to schedule pumpings every couple of years. During this process, the solid waste that gradually builds up in the septic tank is removed, preventing the container from overflowing.

2. Consider Land Grading

In addition to septic waste, one of the most common causes of well pollution is runoff. If your lawn is sloped so that rainwater and natural debris flow down toward the well, it could easily infiltrate your drinking water. While the well location may have been chosen based on the best access to underground water, you can invest in land grading services to have the slope of your property adjusted. That way, runoff flows away from the well. 

3. Schedule Regular Inspections

Finally, it’s essential to schedule regular inspections of your home water system. A well water contractor can test the quality of your drinking water as it gathers in the well, as well as after it runs through your plumbing system and into your home. If they find nitrates, hard minerals, or more hazardous contaminants like arsenic, they can install filters, water softeners, and other water treatment mechanisms to remove the pollutants.

If you’re worried about the quality of your home water system, get in touch with Gary's Pump Service of Danbury, CT. For over 40 years, this team has been serving residents throughout Fairfield and Litchfield County, offering routine well inspections, as well as repairs and installations. If your water has been tasting, smelling, or looking unusual, call (203) 744-7826 to get a free estimate today. You can also visit the website to learn more about their services.