Prior to drilling a well, it is recommended that the water from the ground source be tested first to assure quality and safety of water. Aside from this, you also need to check the regulation of your area regarding the ownership of a private well. The benefits of drilling a water well first involves taking the necessary precautions.

Choosing a safe location for a water well for your residence.

The longevity and safety of your well will rely on your choice to place the well. When inspecting different sites, you have to make sure that the possibility of having a future development plan in your property is considered. This is because once the well is drilled; you can no longer make any development on that site.

Contaminants often enter the well on top of the casing or around it from the outside. Sewage and other contaminants could seep into the upper ground surface layers to the water table or aquifers.

The following factors can help to avoid the possible water contamination in your well and increase the benefits of drilling a water well.

• The well should be accessible for monitoring, testing, cleaning, repair and maintenance.
• The well location should be up-slope to prevent potential contaminants such as septic systems, from seeping into the aquifer.
• The surrounding ground of the well is also sloped away to avert surface water runoff
• The well should not be situated in a well pit.

Benefits of Drilling A Water Well

Health Benefits – well water can be filtered without the need of chemicals like chlorine. This will provide the health benefits without the added chemicals that can possibly harm the body.

Consumption and Taste – water from well is known to have softer taste compared to the city and municipal water. Unlike the water treated with chemicals, well water is softened naturally. Soft water from well can add to its refreshing taste.

Environment friendly – the filtration systems installed for well water are a lot more eco-friendly compared to the water treatment plants where the water supply for urban areas come from. Using well water reduces the use of pollution caused by chemicals and pollutants from treatment plants.

Financial Benefits – installing water well for your private use can make you eligible for various tax breaks, aside from being freed from water usage feed. Installing a water well is also a long-term investment unlike when you rely on city water service wherein you will receive a monthly bill.