Contamination of ground water is a significant challenge faced by many residents who rely on well water. That’s because drinking water contamination can be hazardous to both humans and animals. If you source your water from a well, you should be informed of the effects contaminants can have on your water supply, and some ways you can protect your well from harmful contamination.

How Do Contaminants Enter a Well? 

Modern wells are equipped with safeguards that help protect them against contaminants. Therefore, if chemicals or other indigestible substances are used near your well, it doesn’t necessarily mean that your water is unfit for drinking. However, when a well’s structural reinforcement is compromised, seepage can result — drawing contaminants into your soil and eventually your property’s underground water wells and reservoirs. This process of contamination is known as leaching, or downward infiltration. 

What Should You Do to Protect Your Well?

Keeping your well free from contaminants need not cost you an arm or leg. By following these steps, you can ensure that your well remains safe.

• Always follow the manufacturer’s application directions. When applying agricultural chemicals to your property, never dismiss the instructions on the label. To come up with these guidelines, the manufacturer puts a lot of money and time into research. Therefore, the application directions will help you treat your yard effectively while guaranteeing your safety. If you don’t understand the instructions on the label, seek additional help from your local retailer or contact the manufacturer. 
• Never mix or apply chemicals within 100 feet of your well. It is never recommended to apply or mix a harmful substances close to your well. Accidental spills or runoffs can lead to contamination of your well water, especially if you live on gravelly or sandy soil. Furthermore, cracks in your well casing may allow the contaminated underground water to get to your well. 
• Make sure your well is reinforced. It is important that your well is durable and built with an adequate annular seal or well casing that can keep contaminated underground water or surface water from seeping into its structure.
• Get a high-quality water treatment system. Remember, it is always better to be safe than sorry. Installing a professional water treatment systems keeps you and your loved ones healthy by ensuring that your water is safe for drinking. 

Reinforce Your Water Well

At Domer’s Inc, we’ve been providing South Florida residents with secure water wells and a selection of top-notch water treatment systems for years, and our durable products and reliable services can help supply your home with high-quality H2O for many more. For additional information on our well water services or how you can keep your well free from contaminants, contact us today at 863-763-3417.