Water Testing in Lancaster, PA
Are you curious about the quality of your water? Miller & Sons offers free water testing for Lancaster County and beyond. Schedule your test today and take a step toward brilliant water.
Expert Water Testing Services
Miller & Sons is the go-to source for expert water testing services in Lancaster, PA. Whether you want to ensure the safety of your drinking water or determine the quality of your well, our team of highly trained professionals has the expertise and technology to get the job done right. The benefits of water testing are endless, from protecting your health to safeguarding your residential or commercial property. You can have peace of mind knowing that your water is of the highest quality possible. So, if you want to take the first step towards clean, healthy, and crystal-clear water, let Miller & Sons handle your water testing needs today.
Well Water Testing in Lancaster, PA
When you and your family have a well you have the autonomy to manage your own water source. You also bear the responsibility of keeping that water clean and safe. It can be daunting to think about all the ways that natural and man-made contaminants can seep into your well water, but it’s crucial to have a basic understanding of how this can happen By staying informed and taking proactive measures to protect your well, you can rest easy knowing that your family’s health is in good hands when you hire Miller and Sons in Lancaster, PA.
Well Water Contamination Issues
There are multiple ways that well water contamination can happen: heavy rainfall, spring runoff, and flood events can overwhelm even well-constructed, recently drilled wells and can introduce surface contaminants into the aquifer below. If your well is older, the risk of surface contamination infiltrating your well is even greater.
- Sources of contamination, like a septic system, are too close to the well.
- A dug well, lined with poorly sealed brick, stone, or tile, or having unsealed covers.
- An improperly sealed casing through a bedrock formation or other unconsolidated formation, which can allow the migration of contaminated water into the aquifer.
- If the well casing does not extend far enough above the ground surface, surface water can enter the top of the well casing.
- If a well casing ends in a basement, pit, or another area prone to flooding or seepage.
- Corrosion can deteriorate old well casings and allow water to seep into the well from holes or cracks.
- Contaminated near-surface water can enter a well if the well casing is at a non-complying depth.
- Old stove-pipe casings are now considered sub-standard, as they can allow near-surface water to infiltrate the well.
- The well cap could be poorly installed, allowing insects and small animals to enter the well.
Common Microbes in Well Water
When it comes to the safety of your well water, don’t rely on your senses alone. The unsettling truth is that harmful microbes can thrive in your water without causing any noticeable changes in taste, smell, or appearance. That's why it's essential to conduct a bacterial test with a certified laboratory.
According to the CDC, the top causes of disease outbreaks in wells are:
- Hepatitis A (virus)
- Giardia (protozoa)
- Campylobacter (bacteria)
- Shigella (bacteria)
- E. coli (bacterium)
- Cryptosporidium (protozoa), Salmonella (bacteria) tie
More than 20 percent of private domestic wells sampled nationwide contain at least one contaminant at levels of potential health concern, according to a study by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Bacteria, including total coliform bacteria and
Escherichia coli, were found in as many as one-third of a subset of 400 wells. – United States Geological Survey
Residential Water Testing in Lancaster, PA
When it comes to ensuring your home has safe and clean water, our residential water testing services in Lancaster, PA provide state-of-the-art treatment systems to give you peace of mind. You won’t have to worry about contaminants or hard water causing damage to your plumbing or appliances, as we offer a wide range of options from
water softener systems in Lancaster to reverse osmosis systems. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality water to your home, and we take pride in providing the best possible service to our customers. So let us help you achieve healthy and safe tap water with our advanced water treatment options.
City Water Contamination Issues
As a resident of
Lancaster City, it’s important to know that regular water testing is being done in your local water system. These tests provide a system-wide snapshot of the quality of water, but unfortunately, they don’t always give a complete picture of the conditions at your household faucet. That’s why it's essential to go the extra mile and have your water tested independently. By taking proactive measures to ensure the safety and quality of your drinking water.
When to Test Your Public Water
As a Lancaster, PA homeowner, one of your top priorities should be ensuring the safety and cleanliness of your water supply. Testing your public water is an important step in this process. But when exactly should you test it?
- Do you expect to have a new baby in the household?
- Do you have taste, odor and staining issues?
- Have you had a chemical or fuel spill or leak near your water supply?
- Are there unexplained illnesses in your family?
- Do you suspect lead may be in some of your household plumbing materials and water service lines?
City Water Testing
The United States has one of the safest water supplies in the world. Over 90 percent of Americans get their tap water from community water systems, which are subject to safe drinking water standards. Drinking water quality varies from place to place, depending on the condition of the source water from which it is drawn and the treatment it receives, but it must meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations. Community water systems follow the rules set forth by the Safe Drinking Water Act
Many states enforce their own drinking water standards that are at least as protective as EPA’s national standards. The SDWA rules include guidelines for drinking water quality, water testing schedules, and water testing methods. Even though U.S. tap water supplies are considered to be among the safest in the world, water contamination can still occur. There are many possible sources of contamination, including:
- Sewage releases
- Naturally occurring chemicals and minerals (for example, arsenic, radon, uranium)
- Local land use practices (for example, fertilizers, pesticides, livestock, concentrated feeding operations)
- Manufacturing processes (for example, heavy metals, cyanide)
- Malfunctioning on-site wastewater treatment systems (for example, septic systems)
In addition, drinking water that is not properly treated or that travels through an improperly maintained distribution system (pipes) may also create conditions that increase risk of contamination. Private wells, which are not regulated by the EPA, supply drinking water to over 15 million homes. Well owners are responsible for keeping their water clean and safe.
Visit CDC’s Private Wells page for more information on water quality of private ground water wells. When water system officials find an issue with the drinking water supply (for example, that it has become contaminated), a water advisory may be issued to help protect the public’s health. The presence of certain contaminants in our water can lead to health issues, including gastrointestinal illness, reproductive problems, and neurological disorders. Infants, young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems may be especially at risk for illness.
-Per CDC Website.
Trust Miller for All Your Lancaster Water Testing Needs
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