Water Quality I'm planning on purchasing a rural property that relies on a groundwater well for water supply.(Note: The information below was provided to me to use on my website and has been authorized by Amerispec home inspection services of Mississauga) Back to main index for home inspections General Industry topics related to Homes, home inspectors and home inspection issuesWater Quality I'm planning on purchasing a rural property that
relies on a groundwater well for water supply. Water Quality Considerations The well’s proximity to a septic field. Septic fields (if present) are areas of high bacteria The conditions around the well head. A low-lying well head that is not protected (i.e. with a casing that extends above the ground surface) is vulnerable to contamination from surface water that may enter the well. Livestock waste in the vicinity of the well. If livestock or agricultural fields that are treated with manure are close to the well, there is potential for contamination of the well. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If these conditions are a potential concern, water samples can be tested for parameters such as pesticides/herbicides, petroleum hydrocarbons or lead. If issues with compromised water quality are identified, there are a wide variety of water treatment/ filtration systems such as water softeners, carbon filters, reverse osmosis/ ultraviolet light systems, and chlorination that are available. If you require further information on water quality issues or treatment options, we recommend consulting a qualified water quality/treatment specialist. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Water Availability Considerations The second (recovery) component of the test is rarely completed in some areas, although it does provide useful information regarding water availability in the well. Supply System Considerations
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