Reasons for Water Well Rehabilitation

When the well produces less water over time, this could arise from sediment plugging

One may need water well rehabilitation services if there is a drop in the private well water production or it’s completely stopped. It’s essential to regularly maintain the water well to ensure that it has an adequate water flow and is safe to drink.

Here are some indicators that one might need water well rehabilitation services:

Sediment plugging

When the well produces less water over time, this could arise from sediment plugging. Sediment plugging is when tiny particles from the aquifer formation have slowly moved to the well screen, causing a blockage. With professional well development, this won’t be much of a concern.

Mineral incrustations

Often, a solid buildup of minerals deposited on the well screen can restrict water movement into the well, causing a loss in water production. In severe cases, incrustations can block a well’s flow, making it unusable. Manganese and iron compounds, magnesium salts, and calcium are the common minerals responsible for most incrustations.

Fine-grained soil particles

Fine-grained soil particles can enter the well through the screen, clog it, and affect the smooth water flow from the aquifer to the well.

Corrosion

When a well has corrosion in its metal components, it will significantly impact its performance. Sediment can flow through enlarged corroded well screen holes. A flow of harsh materials can cause deterioration in the well pump parts, eventually collapsing the casing or screen.

Biological clogging

Incrustations can also result from biological matter. The main culprits are usually iron-related bacteria that utilize dissolved iron for energy and other microorganisms. These cause a secondary type of iron precipitation. They produce a thick, slimy substance that blocks the well screen as they grow. But if caught early enough, one can eliminate bio-fouling or biological clogging with well rehabilitation services.

Well pump damage

As mentioned, well pump damage could arise from sediment plugging or corrosion. It may also be related to mechanical issues, cavitation, or extremely high operation temperatures. Water rehabilitation might be necessary if the well pump and its mechanical parts are inadequately maintained.

It might be cost-prohibitive to correct recurring sand pumping issues in some cases. In the long run, completely replacing a badly deteriorated well would be a more economical solution, especially if it is shallow.

Err on the side of caution: call the pros

Contacting a professional well driller for a quote or an in-person inspection is ideal. It’s also best not to procrastinate in dealing with issues until water well rehabilitation becomes too costly or impossible.

Fussell Well Drilling is a family-owned top-quality well drilling and water treatment company for residential and commercial properties in Polk County. Call us today (863) 984-3144