Borehole Water Problems

Pinhole leaks in plumbing.

Borehole water problems. Borehole pumps have a life expectancy in the region of ten years. Lead causes serious and irreversible. The main source of odour and taste bearing substances in borehole water are caused by elevated levels of determinants and the smell is caused by elevated level of hydrogen sulphide rotten eggs for example. However it could possibly contain dissolved minerals or contamination.

It can also be due to corrosion of the water well casing liner or screen causing holes. Test your water regularly. This water well problem can be caused by a leak in the home so the well pump is continuously running. Odour and taste problems are solved by simply eliminating the offending substance and the treatment method varies for each.

Look for leaking toilet flush valves reverse osmosis systems iron filters and other backwashing filter systems that may be malfunctioning. If there are concerns over the waters fitness use we can have the water tested by an accredited laboratory that will give a detailed report of the water. Sink stains are usually caused by steel or copper but may indicate corrosion is leaching lead from old plumbing solder into your drinking water. Blue green or rust stains in sinks and tubs.

Iron above the drinking water standard smcl of 0 3 mg l is most likely to cause these symptoms. The cost of this depends on the depth of the hole but a guideline would be from. Consequences of acidic well water acidic water corrodes plumbing over time raising the risk of leaks and burst pipes. The failure of a pump is a common problem which will result in a temporary loss of supply which although inconvenient can usually be replaced quickly.

On the whole borehole water is safe to drink. If you re using your borehole water as drinking water this is doubly important as by ignoring problems you may be putting your own or families health at risk. Structural problems with the borehole itself are much more serious. Testing your water regularly is highly important in fact the national ground water association recommend you carry this out at least once each year.

Corroded faucets and fixtures. Symptoms of acidic water. Cloudy water in some cases metallic bitter tasting water. Holes can allow water of undesirable quality to enter the well.

Manganese concentration should also be considered when choosing treatment see below.