Water is a finite resource that is precious in many parts of the nation. If your home is among the many that have its own dedicated water source, you need to ensure the well water stays uncontaminated. Here are some tips that can help you to prevent water well contamination.

Do Not Use Pesticides Near the Well

You might have ants, termites, or some other type of pest located in your yard, trees, or other plants. You might be very tempted to use pesticides to get rid of pests, but you should be very careful to avoid contaminating your well. According to our experts, you should never apply pesticides to anything that is located within 100 feet of your water well because it might seep through the ground and enter the water.

Be Careful With Fertilizer and Weedkiller

Fertilizer certainly seems harmless enough, but it can leach into the water supply and contaminate it. You should try to find a fertilizer that is safe for use near water supplies or just not use it near the well. Weeds also could cause you to spray weedkiller on your lawn. If you do, just make sure you keep it far away from the well.

Do Not Dump Pollutants

It might seem obvious to not dump pollutants on your property and especially not near the water well, but many people still do. Some might not realize they are dumping pollutants, like when emptying a bucket of water that might have some bleach or soap in it. Others might accidentally dump pollutants, which might happen if you change your car's oil and accidentally spill the old oil.

Have Exposed Well Parts Inspected

Many water wells have exposed parts that might be damaged or degrade over time. A water well business can inspect the exposed parts and the rest of the system to see if maintenance or repairs are needed. The technicians should be able to handle simple maintenance and minor repairs quickly.

Schedule Regular Water Well Service

According to Penn State University, property owners should have a water well business inspect their water wells annually. During these visits, an expert can detect any contamination, check for well damage, and remove all debris located within 100 feet of the water well.

You can call our friendly staff or stop by our water well business to schedule an inspection or service of your water well. At B-E Waterwell Services, LLC, we're dedicated to ensuring your water is clean and safe.