water quality testing

Private wells and older homes demand water testing.

If you are buying a home in the country or even an older home in town,

consider hiring me to perform a water quality test.

Depending on the location of your well, the Missoula City-County Health Department notes

there are several contaminants for which you should consider testing.

The department also recommends all private well owners periodically test drinking water.

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The health department suggests you have the water tested for:

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Bacteria : Annually

Nitrate : Every 2-3 years (if elevated, re-test more often)

Arsenic : Every 2-5 years (if elevated, re-test more often)

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Drinking water in older homes should be tested at least once at the indoor tap for:

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Lead : A plumbing material-related problem

Watch this brief video from InterNACHI instructor Joe Farsetta regarding the importance of water quality testing.