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When you’re buying a new home, inspecting all of the structural elements and systems, such as a water well, helps prevent unexpected problems. Whether or not you are familiar with well maintenance, you need a complete picture of the condition of the well and water purity before you purchase the property. Below is more information about what you should consider. 

What Are the Significant Considerations for Home’s With a Private Well?

1. Water Quality

Before you purchase a home with a well, test the water quality. Although you can learn about water quality issues by talking to neighbors and researching public records, you should still get a professional test. This will show any bacteria and chemicals in the water—as well as the pH level—and will tell you if the well is safe. If the water isn’t pure, you should know what well maintenance or repairs to complete before finalizing the purchase. 

2. Well Quantity

well maintenanceHaving clean water isn’t your only concern—you also need enough water. In addition to testing the water quality, you should know the well’s flow rate and capacity. Regulations require that home water wells have a flow rate of at least 3-5 gallons per minute, depending on the age of the home. Older homes typically have a lower flow rate because they have fewer fixtures. However, the higher the flow rate, the better, as that indicates that the well has plenty of water to fill the pressure tank and meet demand. 

3.Well Condition

The home seller should provide records relating to the well maintenance history, as well as details about the age, type, and condition. Generally, you should look for a well that’s been drilled, rather than dug or bored, as drilled wells are less susceptible to contamination. You should also know the age of the well and critical equipment like the pump and storage tank. Most wells last for 30-50 years, so if yours is reaching this age, you may need to replace it in the future. The seller should also have information about the location of the well and the distance from the septic tank and plumbing system, as specific regulations govern this distance.

 

If you’re considering a property with a water well, or need to drill a new one on an existing property in Polson, MT, turn to Dave and Jay Bick at Ace Drilling. They can handle all aspects of well drilling and care, from analyzing the best location for your well to drilling and well maintenance. This family-owned and -operated company guarantees their work and will help keep your water supply in the best condition for years to come. Visit them online for more information about their services. Call (406) 883-3300 to schedule an appointment.

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