Water Quality & New Home Build
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 5/17/2023 to
Well Water Quality
Outlined below is a real life well water example which highlights the importance of proper water testing in rural home construction, and the importance of having certified individuals installing water treatment devices.
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Residential Septic Systems
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 8/28/2022 to
Well Water Quality
When considering potential risks regarding your water source it is important to remember that what you see on the surface is not always what is going on under the ground. A septic system is out of site, and therefore quite often forgotten.
Well Water Quality
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 6/19/2021 to
Well Water Quality
A drilled well is a mainstay for many Canadians, with 30 percent of residents, or nine million residents, within Canada obtaining their water from a ground water source. Approximately 15 percent of this water is within rural areas.
What is Hard Water?
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 12/20/2020 to
Water Contaminants
Hard water is generally found in areas that are composed of limestone. Calcium and magnesium are absorbed into the water as it comes in contact with the limestone. The level of absorption varies by region. Hardness in water is found in both deep drilled and shore wells.
Well Water Experiences
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 8/31/2020 to
Well Water Quality
Three recent experiences have highlighted the need for improved water testing and awareness of potential contaminants in rural areas of the country. The absence of odour, colour, or bacterial contamination does not indicate that water is safe.
Jet Pumps Risks & Solutions
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 8/1/2019 to
Well Water Quality
People routinely leave their homes and do not consider the possible risks posed by their jet pump. A scenario where the jet pump runs dry, overheats and catches fire, potentially burning down the house, is possible under the right conditions.
Groundwater Education
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 3/12/2019 to
Well Water Quality
A drilled well is subject to influences from the incoming water table and surface water from runoff, septic systems and agricultural contamination. This article is a general summary of what can be in well water, well practices and water testing.
Groundwater - The Changing Well
Posted by Jeff Wahl on 4/24/2018 to
Well Water Quality
The drilling of a well is a welcomed act for many people as it provides the necessity of water for their home or cottage. In Canada we are fortunate to have an abundance of groundwater that can provide a reliable, year round source of water.
