Friday, June 6, 2014

Tips On Well Water Testing And Maintenance

By Minnie Whitley


In order to determine whether the water from wells is safe for consumption and households, it is prudent that you take a sample to a lab for accurate confirmation on safety. In some cases health problems develop gradually over the years and become fatal once they reach full blast. It is unwise to come into conclusion that your borehole is free from contamination just because the borehole of your neighbor has tested to be safe. Factors such as underground geology including surface, well construction as well as how deep it goes all contribute to aqua safety. It is thus highly advisable that your regularly conduct a well water testing so as to be safe from water borne diseases.

The quality changes seasonally. During the heavy rains, refilling after a long dry spell are some of the key factors that contributes to change in quality of the H2O. It is of great importance to carry out testing and the outcome preserved to be used as reference in the future. Regular testing should be the responsibility of the owner. Testing should be on regular basis.

Safety in these water systems can be ensured by fixing cracks in the casing. There are various harmful substances that cannot be seen with naked eyes or smell even in water tasting and looking okay. The substances present are; bacteria and chemicals. They get into the well through septic systems, fertilizers seeping into the underground causing contamination to H2O beneath.

It is recommendable to test your water yearly for bacteria. Once it has been contaminated, a variation of infectious diseases which include hepatitis, dysentery, salmonellosis and giardiasis are very common. These diseases come with various symptoms which include vomiting, nausea and diarrhea. In order to access this bacterial safety, it should be tested for coliform bacteria.

Some of the bacteria do not essentially pose to bring diseases though their existence confirms that the system is already contaminated. In case of presence of coliform, it is recommended to boil the water at first before consuming or cooking and also disinfecting the whole system. The sewage system should be maintained properly so as to reduce the probabilities of fouling the entire well.

Once the results turn poor showing contamination, the water should be avoided at all costs until the contamination identified and treated and there after resampled. These results happen to be and instant health concern. If any bacteria is identified, you must take responsibility to treat before drinking it or even using it in preparation of food. Short term solution involves boiling before using it.

To be safe and at peace with your well H2O, long term treatment is valued. There are several methods used to treat the H2O effectively removing various contaminants. The local DWO ought to advise you on the best treatment with regard to the quality of problems identified. The selection of treatment device in use, follow ups and maintenance are the concerns of the private owner.

The moment treatment is cleared it becomes important to do regular sampling so as to ensure safety standards are met. Long term measures should be aimed to do away with all the contaminants so as to ensure good health and a better life.




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