Water Testing in Lancaster, PA

Well Water Contamination Issues

There are multiple ways that well water contamination can happen: heavy rainfall, spring runoff, and flood events can overwhelm even well-constructed, recently drilled wells and can introduce surface contaminants into the aquifer below. If your well is older, the risk of surface contamination infiltrating your well is even greater.

• Sources of contamination, like a septic system, are too close to the well.
• A dug well, lined with poorly sealed brick, stone, or tile, or having unsealed covers.
• An improperly sealed casing through a bedrock formation or other unconsolidated formation, which can allow the migration of contaminated water into the aquifer.
• If the well casing does not extend far enough above the ground surface, surface water can enter the top of the well casing.
• If a well casing ends in a basement, pit, or another area prone to flooding or seepage.
• Corrosion can deteriorate old well casings and allow water to seep into the well from holes or cracks.
• Contaminated near-surface water can enter a well if the well casing is at a non-complying depth.
• Old stove-pipe casings are now considered sub-standard, as they can allow near-surface water to infiltrate the well.
• The well cap could be poorly installed, allowing insects and small animals to enter the well.

Common Microbes in Well Water

When it comes to the safety of your well water, don’t rely on your senses alone. The unsettling truth is that harmful microbes can thrive in your water without causing any noticeable changes in taste, smell, or appearance. That's why it's essential to conduct a bacterial test with a certified laboratory. 

According to the CDC, the top causes of disease outbreaks in wells are:

More than 20 percent of private domestic wells sampled nationwide contain at least one contaminant at levels of potential health concern, according to a study by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).  Bacteria, including total coliform bacteria and Escherichia coli, were found in as many as one-third of a subset of 400 wells.   – United States Geological Survey

Residential Water Testing in Lancaster, PA

When it comes to ensuring your home has safe and clean water, our residential water testing services in Lancaster, PA provide state-of-the-art treatment systems to give you peace of mind. You won’t have to worry about contaminants or hard water causing damage to your plumbing or appliances, as we offer a wide range of options from water softener systems in Lancaster to reverse osmosis systems. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality water to your home, and we take pride in providing the best possible service to our customers. So let us help you achieve healthy and safe tap water with our advanced water treatment options.