September 11, 2018
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In the United States, about 13 million households rely on wells to supply their homes with clean, fresh water for drinking, bathing, cooking and cleaning. Even though so many homes are connected to water wells, however, lots of people aren’t quite sure how water well systems work. The truth is that water well systems are more complex, reliable, safe and consistent than a lot of people realize. Understanding a little bit more about how well water systems work can give you a little bit more appreciation for this form of water collection. Groundwater Basics When you think of major water... View Article
August 28, 2018
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In the United States, wells provide water to millions of homes and businesses that are not connected to municipal water supply systems. Humans have been digging wells for millennia, but today’s water wells have come quite a long way from those ancient systems. Most modern wells are made up of a series of components that are designed to work seamlessly to deliver a consistent supply of clean water. Read on to find out more about the basic components that make up a well water system in Hillsborough County, FL: Well head: When you look at a well water system in... View Article
August 13, 2018
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When you turn on a faucet in your home, you have to count on the fact that you’ll be able to access a clean, reliable source of water. Unfortunately, water can become contaminated and cause serious health concerns for you and your family. Particles and bacteria can get into water as a result of many things, including soil runoff, fertilizer spills, torrential weather and construction, and you might not be able to identify the problem until it starts impacting your health or the health of your family. Because of this, it’s essential that you take the steps necessary to prevent... View Article
July 30, 2018
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Whether you need to install a well on a new property that you’re developing or you need to replace an existing well, you may be anxious about the actual well drilling process. While drilling a well is certainly not an easy feat, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By understanding a little bit more about what to expect from well drilling in Hillsborough County, FL, you can be better prepared for your project. Planning a project Before you can actually drill your well, you’ll have to do a little bit of planning. First things first, you need to find a... View Article
July 13, 2018
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In some regions, well water can be incredibly deep down below the surface. This is especially true in mountainous or arid regions of the United States. This can make it quite difficult for people to access their clean water. Fortunately, submersible water pumps allow water to be pumped up from hundreds of feet below the surface. The benefits of these submersible pumps are numerous. They last for a long time (usually two to three decades), require relatively little maintenance and are designed to be pretty energy efficient. They are also quiet, because they operate far underground. Of course, there’s still... View Article