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How Fall Leaves May Affect Your Well Water

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Don't Let Fall Leaves Ruin Your Well Water — Here's What You Need to Know!

Fall is an exciting time of year when the weather cools down, the leaves change color and the holiday season is right around the corner! But as you rake up piles of leaves and enjoy being outdoors, keep in mind that these seemingly harmless little piles can actually have harmful effects on your well water if they are not properly disposed of. 

Here’s what you need to know about how fall leaves may affect your well and how to prevent them from contaminating your water supply.

Ways To Protect Your Well From Leaf Litter Contamination

If your well water is susceptible to contamination from leaf litter, you may want to take some precautions before the leaves start falling: 

  • Prioritize safety rather than convenience when installing your well
  • Hire a renowned well installation company to ensure proper construction and sealing 
  • Seal abandoned wells to avoid groundwater pollution 
  • Test your well water regularly 

Schedule Your Annual Well Inspection During Fall 

Many people are unaware of the potential dangers their well water is exposed to during the fall season. To ensure your well water is at its safest this autumn, consider scheduling your annual inspection during this time to address potential issues.

Moreover, it is important to get your well water tested for bacteria, nitrates, and other contaminants regularly. If you have any questions about your water quality or have concerns about the harmful effects of leaves falling into the well, contact a professional.

Signs Of Bacteria In Your Water 

Some of the most common signs of bacteria in your well water include, but are not limited to: 

  • Unusual odors
  • Foul taste
  • Cloudy water
  • Sediment in your water

Take Action Right Away If You Believe There Is Bacteria In Your Well Water

Please do not ignore these warning signs as they could pose a threat to you and your loved ones’ health; contact a team of professional well water technicians that will have the equipment and knowledge necessary to determine and address the issue with your well water. 

Additionally, if you detect bacteria in your well water, we recommend you don’t drink it until you discover the cause.

For All Your Well Water Needs, The Water Dr. Is Here! 

Is your well water pressure low? Are you afraid there might be bacteria affecting your water quality? To find a solution to all these issues and more, look no further than the team of expert well technicians at The Water Dr.! With decades of experience serving communities all around Connecticut, we have the knowledge and skill to get your well water back to its pure, crystalline state!

If you're interested in booking an appointment with one of our qualified crew members to discuss your options, don't hesitate to contact us!

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- Daniela D.
Water Dr replaced my well pump and drop piping this week, Their prices were competitive and our service tech Josh was friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. He noticed that our well cap was a driller's cap and not a sealed well cap required by code. He also noticed that there was no check valve anywhere along the 280 feet of drop pipe. Our previous well company replaced our well pump back in 2002 and never mentioned any of this. Josh also gave me other great tips on the type of filter to use for my water system and how many times to change it during the year to help prevent the rings in our toilet bowls caused by excess iron. Water Dr just gained a new customer for life Thank you Matt (owner) and Josh for doing such a great job!!!!!!!!!!!
- Darren P.
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- Gerald T.
After my water unexpectedly decided to stop working one night, I called The Water Doctor and I’m so glad I did. They were at my door the next morning (only because it was so late at night when I called) and got the water running temporarily even though my problems were so severe. They knew exactly what to do and they are so understanding that if you don’t have water you can’t live without it! If you have a water problem and want great service and the best price, these are the only guys to call for a fast and friendly solution.
- George D.
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- Nakea R.
Amazing service! I would highly recommend this company. Our water suddenly stopped working around 6 pm. We called Water Dr and Joey came out within 15 minutes. He was nice, professional, and very knowledgeable. He worked hard in the dark to make sure we got our pump fixed so that we could get water back ASAP. 5 Stars!
- Kelly M.
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- Nancy E.
Omg Bill was the technician and he was wonderful. I've had water doctor service my well for 6 years and have always been satisfied with the service. Thankfully they have only had to come out for 1 emergency and they were right there.i would recommend
- Td M.
These guys are a pleasure to deal with and will not leave you “dry” …worked till after 9pm to ensure we we’re up and running..and the techs are well versed in their trade! A professional outfit!! They found we had a deep well, and went back to get their “new rig” (at 6pm) and had the pump pulled and changed, system pressure tested, and a new pressure tank fitted In basement and water running by 9:30. Now that’s service!!!!
- Alexander M.
Woke up to no water. Called Water Dr. at 7:35. Someone was at my house before 9 AM. Workers were friendly and efficient and clearly explained everything. Everything was completed by 10:30 and I was giving clear instructions on what should be done over the next 24 hours. I will definitely be calling them again for any future water needs/issues.
- Mike G.
Josh was awesome. Visited Saturday morning for a service, we needed a system change. Back out Monday, work was clean fast and he explained everything. Highly recommend.
- Malcolm C.
This company was amazing. We are selling our home and the inspection showed well contamination and radon in the basement. They came out on the appointment day and addressed both problems the same day even though it was later in the evening. They were very knowledgeable and explained everything in detail so we understood the process. I would highly recommend them.
- Pamela F.
They are very responsive. I had them install my filter system and now they come to clean. Friendly, honest and organized. THANK YOU
- John B.
Josh and the other technicians at Water Doctor are real experts and extremely knowledgeable. Even better, for the one obscure piece of equipment I had they had little experience with, they admitted they would have to check with someone else in the company before rending an opinion. These guys are honest, smart, ethical and have fair pricing. They won’t sell you in stuff you don’t need, but are honest and will demonstrate why some things need to be replaced. I highly recommend them without reservation.
- Chip T.
Every time someone comes out and helps us with our maintenance they are always so professional, prompt, informative & helpful. We will never use another service to assist with our well system.
- Daniela D.
Water Dr replaced my well pump and drop piping this week, Their prices were competitive and our service tech Josh was friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. He noticed that our well cap was a driller's cap and not a sealed well cap required by code. He also noticed that there was no check valve anywhere along the 280 feet of drop pipe. Our previous well company replaced our well pump back in 2002 and never mentioned any of this. Josh also gave me other great tips on the type of filter to use for my water system and how many times to change it during the year to help prevent the rings in our toilet bowls caused by excess iron. Water Dr just gained a new customer for life Thank you Matt (owner) and Josh for doing such a great job!!!!!!!!!!!
- Darren P.