What to know about buying a home with well water

Are you asking yourself "should I buy a house with well water"? If so, you're not alone. Many people are attracted to the idea of having their own private source of water. However, there are a few things you need to know before you make the decision to buy a home with well water.

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• The different types of water wells
• The cost of owning a water well
• The maintenance requirements of a water well
• The risks associated with well water

There are three main types of wells:

• Shallow wells
• Deep wells
• Artesian wells

Shallow wells are typically less than 100 feet deep and are used to draw water from shallow aquifers. Shallow wells are relatively inexpensive to install and maintain, but they may not provide enough water for large families or homes that use a lot of water.

Deep wells are typically more than 100 feet deep and are used to draw water from deeper aquifers. Deep wells can provide more water than shallow wells, but they are also more expensive to install and maintain.

Artesian wells are created when water from an aquifer rises naturally to the surface. Artesian wells are the most expensive type of well to install, but they can provide a large amount of water with little maintenance.
The cost of owning a well

The cost of owning a water well varies depending on the type of well, the depth of the well, and the soil type. However, you can expect to spend $10,000 or more for the initial installation of a well. You will also need to budget for the cost of maintenance and repairs.

Wells require regular maintenance to ensure that they are functioning properly. This maintenance includes regular  testing of the well water and repairing any leaks or damage. You can expect to spend between $100 and $500 per year on routine maintenance.

There are also risks associated with well water that you should be aware of. Well water can be contaminated by a variety of sources, including:

• Surface water: Surface water can contain bacteria, viruses, and other contaminants that can make the water unsafe to drink.
• Agricultural runoff: Agricultural runoff can contain pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals that can make the water unsafe to drink.
• Industrial waste: Industrial waste can contain heavy metals, solvents, and other chemicals that can make the water unsafe to drink.
• Construction: Construction can release lead, asbestos, and other contaminants into the ground, which can then contaminate well water.

It is important to test your well water regularly to ensure that it is safe to drink. You can have your well water tested by a certified laboratory. The laboratory will test your water for a variety of contaminants, and they will provide you with a report of the results.

Buying a home with well water can be a great way to save money on your water bill and to have a more reliable source of water. 

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