According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), homeowners with well water in Warrenton, VA (as well as the rest of the United States) should have their well water tested once each year for total coliform bacteria, nitrates, total dissolved solids, and pH levels. If you suspect other contaminants, you should test for those too; however it’s in your best interest to spend time identifying potential problems, as these tests can be expensive.
You should also have your well water tested if:
- Residents of the home have constant gastrointestinal illnesses.
- There are known problems with well water in your area of Warrenton, VA.
- There have been problems near your well, such as flooding, ground disturbance, and waste disposal.
- A part of your well has been repaired or replaced.
- You notice a change in water quality (i.e., taste, color, odor)
Regular well water testing in Warrenton VA is simple, affordable and should be a part of every well owner’s annual to do list. For more information on well water testing in Warrenton, VA, please contact SES. The well water experts at SES are trained in proper sampling techniques and we use only certified laboratories for analysis.