How does well water get to the house?
Wells get drilled as far down as 1,000 feet into the rock to access the water. Water travels through this casing via a well pump. The well system gets capped off above ground. The water then enters your home from a pipe connected between the casing and a pressure tank (generally located in your home’s basement).
What is the way of getting water from a well?
The well water is drawn up by a pump, or using containers, such as buckets, that are raised mechanically or by hand. Water can also be injected back into the aquifer through the well.
How deep are well waters?
Dug wells have a large diameter, are shallow (approximately 10 to 30 feet deep) and are not cased continuously. Driven wells are constructed by driving pipe into the ground. Driven wells are cased continuously and shallow (approximately 30 to 50 feet deep).
Is it bad to buy a house with well water?
Some people prefer the taste of well water over city water, but a well has some drawbacks. If you buy a house with a well, you’ll own the well and be responsible for maintenance and repairs. The well and pipes should be regularly checked for cracks and corrosion. If you lose power, an electric water pump won’t work.
Does well water need to be boiled?
If your water at home is from a private well or small community well, you should boil the water or use approved bottled water for drinking. Sometimes a well is more likely to become contaminated with bacteria. Bathing is not a problem using well water. Water from a private well should be tested at least once each year.
How often should I get my well water tested?
When should I have my well tested? You should have your well tested once a year for total coliform bacteria, nitrates, total dissolved solids, and pH levels. If you suspect other contaminants, you should test for those as well. However, spend time identifying potential problems first, as these tests can be expensive.
How often do wells need to be replaced?
Depending on the equipment type and model, well pumps typically last anywhere from 8 to 15 years. However, several factors can contribute to the premature expiration of a well pump.
How many hours per day does a well pump run?
Well pumps use a huge amount of energy every time they start up. It is not uncommon for people to have 3/4 hp pumps installed in their wells equaling 30 minutes of pumping per day or 350 kWh/yr, while a ½ hp pump, which uses only 240 kWh/yr, would be sufficient.