If you are planning to
have a well drilled, to buy a home that is on a well, or if you
have questions about a well you are currently using, this guide
is designed for you. It is intended to give you the information
you need to make informed decisions about well ownership and
maintenance. The South Atlantic Well Drillers Association offers
this as a guide to enjoying years of successful ownership and
use of a private well.
Private water wells are
the traditional source of fresh potable water for many families.
Nearly 15 million Americans use water wells. More than 300,000
new private wells are constructed every year. A properly
constructed private water well, built by a professional well
driller who uses the latest technology, is the water system of
choice for many citizens. It is the only water source that gives
you, the owner, the ability to make your own choices about the
water you drink.
Because the well belongs
to you, you decide what treatments, if any, you want. You decide
when you want to use your water, and how you want to use it.
With a little care and maintenance your well system will last a
long time. Having a properly constructed water well is a
privilege that many people don't have. A well provides fresh,
naturally filtered water; it allows you to make decisions which
can safeguard your family's health.