Why Water Well Equipment Inspection Matters
A proper well equipment inspection is not just a routine task- it’s a critical safeguard for homeowners relying on private wells to supply safe, clean water. When paired with high-quality well testing equipment and effective well monitoring equipment, an inspection ensures both the integrity of the system and the safety of the water. Below are the key reasons why this is essential for any residential water well.
- Health and Safety: Preventing Waterborne Risks
- Private wells are not regulated by the EPA in the same way public water systems are. Homeowners bear responsibility for ensuring drinking water is free of harmful contaminants.
- A well equipment inspection helps identify potential entry points for contaminants- such as faulty seals or damaged casings - that can allow bacteria, nitrates, or heavy metals into the water supply.
- Ensuring System Performance and Reliability
- Over time, well components such as pumps, pressure tanks, pressure switches, wiring and casing degrade or wear out. Without periodic well equipment inspection, minor issues become costly failures.
- Well monitoring equipment allows you to track water level, flow rate, and pump performance (for example, motor load, drawdown) to catch problems early. Inspection can confirm whether flow rates meet household demand.
- Compliance, Disclosure, and Property Value
- When buying or selling a property with a private well, well inspection and water testing are often required or strongly recommended. These can influence negotiations, disclosures, and meet lender or state regulatory requirements.
- Even where not legally mandated, providing inspection reports (with data from well monitoring equipment and well testing equipment) increases trust and value of the property.
- Early Detection & Preventive Maintenance
- Regular inspections uncover small issues - such as corrosion, electrical faults, or seal degradation - before they escalate into failing components or contaminant intrusion.
- Preventive maintenance, guided by monitoring data (e.g., from well level sensors, pressure monitors), extends the lifespan of pumps, pressure tanks, and other well hardware. It also reduces the risk of unexpected breakdowns.
- Cost Efficiency & System Lifetime
- Investing in well equipment inspection - along with periodic well monitoring and testing can save money over time by minimizing repairs, extending component lifespan, and avoiding emergency callouts.
- Environmental Protection & Sustainable Groundwater Use
- Well equipment inspections help ensure that the well is constructed and maintained in a way that prevents environmental contamination (e.g., from runoff, septic fields, surface water) entering the groundwater.
- Monitoring water levels over time with well monitoring equipment helps assess ground water recharge, avoid over-pumping, and ensure sustainability of the well as a resource.
Features of Well Water Inspection Systems Offered by Cannon Water
We provide monitors and ground-level inspection systems. These systems have been installed in several homes across the US. We believe the following features make them the best in the industry.
Our monitors are connected to wireless systems, and they have been preferred due to the following reasons:
- Our wireless remote display unit is a completely integrated system ideal for detailed inspection.
- They provide a continuous readout of water level depth via the accompanied devices.
- They feature an in-built data logger capable of storing approximately 25 million log points. Furthermore, you can download these log points via RS232 or USB.
- These systems can also provide historical data for the past12 hours, 24 hours, and several days as required.
- The system warns you of the switch in high/low levels with an audible or visual alarm. This helps prevent the well’s overuse and saves you from expensive well maintenance.
- They are standalone and user-friendly devices.
- You can mount them on the well or set them on a table or desk for easy level monitoring.
Our ground level inspection systems are preferred owing to the following reasons:
- These systems come with a standard winch, control center, compact camera system, monitor, and power cable. Thus, they are best suited for water well inspection, boreholes, vertical shafts, and much more.
- The system features a collapsible handle that makes them completely compact, portable, and shippable.
- The system also has a brake lever, enabling the user to stop the reel at a specific point for a thorough inspection.
What Does a Typical Well Inspection Include?
A well inspection gives a thorough evaluation of the entire system. This helps maintain water purity, water safety, inspecting components and parts that provide water supply from ground level to all faucets in your home. Here are some important elements that describe the pointers involved in well inspection.
- Well inspection begins by determining the operation of the submersible groundwater pumps. Initially, the inspector tests all parts of the pressure tank located in the basement. Also, they inspect the system’s overall condition and mechanical defects such as faulty gauges, rusting tanks, and more. If not done correctly, these issues can enable the entry of contaminants in drinking water or lower the water pressure.
- Next, one of the most important parts of periodic well inspection is the water purity analysis along with the water flow rates. These two tests go hand in hand. For the water purity test, the well inspector takes the water sample and sends it to a lab. Once done, you will receive a report that describes the pH level of water, hardness, turbidity, and other such parameters. The report also describes the minerals present in your water.
- For water quantity checks, the inspector measures the depth as well as dimensions of the well. This indicates the amount of water coming from the well, while the flow rate measures the total number of gallons per minute. Additionally, the inspector can check the pressure tank.
Why Should You Invest in Our Well Inspection Systems?
You should invest in well inspection systems if you see any of the following symptoms, and partnering with us would benefit you in several ways. Here are some pointers.
- When you experience any change in taste or odor of your water, it’s crucial to get your well inspected.
- If the well does not have the required amount of water or experiencing a loss of pressure or capacity.
- It would be best to get your well inspected if you see cloudy water caused by suspended matter.
- When the cap or seal of the well is removed, it is recommended to inspect the well.
- If the test reports show a high level of bacteria, chemicals or raise any potential health concerns, you should consult an experienced professional to disinfect the well.
- To perform an accurate well water inspection, you must have the right equipment which we can offer.
- Our products are sourced from trusted brands, and hence you can be rest assured about the quality.
- We offer competitive pricing.
- We offer same-day shipping depending on the region and are known for on-time deliveries.
Our highly skilled team can answer all the questions you may have regarding our well inspection systems. For any further doubts regarding our well inspection services, reach us via email or phone. Our experts will help you in all possible ways.