Most homeowners and their families turn on their tap, fill a glass with water, and drink freely without concern for well water safety. Usually, they are right to do so. However, it cannot always be taken for granted that well water is safe and free of contaminants. There are several situations in which homeowners should be particularly wary of their well water’s safety. New wells drilled for new homes and rehabilitated wells rejuvenated for existing homes should always be tested for well water quality. If the homeowner notices any change in color or taste, the water should be tested to ensure that no contaminants have reached the well water, and to treat them if they have.

There are few things more refreshing than a glass of clear, cold, crisp water. But what happens when your tap water begins to smell or taste differently than it used to? If the water begins to carry a green or yellow tint, does that mean it’s unsafe? Depending on where a home is located, problems such as a sulfur smell, or “rotten egg smell,” and water discoloration can affect the quality of the well water. However, there are usually ways to address the rotten egg smell and discoloration issues, and a professional well drilling company will know best how to use water purification systems, or other methods, to make your water the best that it can be.

What Causes the Rotten Egg Smell in Water?

If you’ve owned a home, chances are you’ve experienced problems with water pressure. Whether it’s a complete loss of water pressure, or intermittent and inconsistent flow, water pressure trouble always seems to come at the most inconvenient time. Some homeowners water pressure problems may be persistent, such as constantly low water pressure, while others may experience an occasional but sudden lack of water pressure. While it's always best to have a professional water well contractor make repairs, it's good to know as much about your home's well water system as possible so that you can make the most informed decision possible when it comes to well pump repair.

Bad or No Well Water Pressure

Water well drilling is something faced by most home builders, but can also be part of a home renovation process. Whether buying an existing home, building a new home or drilling a new well at your current residence, it is generally recommended to have well water tested as there may be many questions of water quality and safety. In addition to rural homes, water well installation may also be an issue for urban residents, as potential drillers must check with local city regulations regarding homeowner's right to private wells. In most situations, however, questions of time, testing and quality fall to drillers in residential areas.

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