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Public water supply systems are routinely inspected and maintained in order to guarantee the safety of the water supply. Reports are then issued to the public detailing the results of these inspections and any quality tests that were performed. If your home makes use of a well water system, it is important that you exercise this same level of diligence when it comes to ensuring a safe water supply for you and your family. This is accomplished through the use of water system maintenance services.
What Type Of Maintenance Does Your Water System Require?
Your well water system should be professionally inspected at least once a year. During this inspection, your contractor should test water flow, visually inspect for any damage, check to ensure all valves are functioning properly, test the electronic components of the system, and take water samples for testing.
The samples collected from your water supply should be tested for bacteria levels, nitrates, heavy metals, and other contaminants. Once the testing is complete your contractor should provide you with a detailed report that not only supplies you with the testing results but also outlines what, if any, steps they recommend you take in order to correct any issues that were discovered. It is your responsibility as a homeowner to follow through with these recommendations in order to ensure a safe water supply for you and your family.
What Can You Do In Between Annual Inspections?
A lot can change in a year so you will want to take steps to ensure your water system stays in good working order in between annual inspections. The best way to do this is to visually inspect the aspects of your water system that are located above ground. These elements include the piping that protrudes from the ground, your well cap, electrical connections, and the ground surrounding the well.
Look for any signs of damage, corrosion, or excessive groundwater. If you find any issues that may be of concern, placing a phone call to your water system contractor can help you determine if a service call is required or if it is okay to follow up with your concerns as part of your next scheduled maintenance appointment. Taking this time to address potentially small issues before they result in major problems will not only save you money in the long run but can also help you to avoid finding yourself in the inconvenient position of having no safe water in your home due to a malfunctioning well water system.
Share8 March 2021
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