Regular water well system maintenance is important. Knowing and practicing the basics of regular well maintenance can reduce risks to your water supply and prevent costly and inconvenient breakdowns. Click on the topics below to learn the basics about water well system maintenance.

Annual Inspection

Routine annual maintenance helps ensure the proper operation of the well, prolong its years of service, and monitor water quality.

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Routine Maintenance Practices

Learn about maintaining your water well system including annual checks, monitoring well performance, and protecting groundwater.

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Homeowner's Checklist

Properly constructed private water supply systems require little routine maintenance. These simple steps will help protect your system.

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Well Logs

A well log contains vital information on the construction of the well and the earth materials and formations surrounding it.

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Restoring Flow

The performance of water wells can deteriorate over time. Professional contractors can often “rehabilitate” the well and restore flows.

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Water Pressure

Water flows out of taps because of pressure in the water system. Learn more about solving water pressure issues.

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Old, Unused Wells

Learn how to address old and unused wells in order to mitigate safety and threats to groundwater quality.

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Residential Well Cleaning

The National Ground Water Association encourages well owners to periodically get a water well system checkup.

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Well Disinfection

When microorganisms are detected in a well, disinfection of the well system is recommended along with some level of inspection.

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Iron Biofouling / Iron Bacteria

Better described as iron biofouling, the problem popularly known as “iron bacteria” is both complex and widespread.

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Working with Contractors

Learn the ins and outs of working with a professional water well contractor, from finding and selecting a contractor to contract guidelines.

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Find a Well Contractor

Finding a qualified water well system professional is important. A qualified water well system professional will be licensed or certified—and possess the knowledge, skills and equipment to meet your well construction or service needs.

Click on the topics below to learn more about finding a water well system professional.

Well Owner Resources

A modern water well is an expertly engineered and constructed method of delivering groundwater for drinking, irrigation, and other purposes. And Wellowner.org is your one-stop resource for information relating to private water well systems and groundwater.

Learn how to protect this precious resource and safeguard your family’s health through properly constructed and maintained water well systems.

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