Well Water Tests & Home Inspections

Ruan Marinho • Sep 21, 2020

Is a private well keeping you from making an offer on your dream home? Make a confident decision with a well water test from Mosman Well Works. Make a well water test part of your home inspection checklist when buying a home with a private well. A well water test will ensure the water is safe, and the home is ready for occupancy.

What a Well Water Test Will Tell You About the Water Quality

A well water test will help you decide if the well is due for replacement or the well water will need treatment before it is safe to use. An inspection of the well can inform you of the well capacity, rate of flow, and if the well is private or shared by homes nearby. If any equipment like the well pump is not working right, our well specialists can also inform you. If your dream home has a well that is contaminated, too close to the septic tank, or over 30 years old, you may have to pay more than you expect before you move in.



A well water test will provide an abundance of information about the quality of the water. According to the CDC, private wells can contain a host of bacteria, viruses, minerals, and chemicals. Since private wells are not under EPA regulation, having the well tested is the best way to protect your family.

Questions to Ask the Property Owner or Real Estate Agent

Before you have the private well water tested, some questions can help you determine if the well will need work. When buying a new home, ask for the well’s age and how it was dug. The seller or agent might also know the capacity and location of the well cap. If the well capacity is enough for your family, it is positioned above ground level, and less than 30 years old, a well water test is the key to determining if the well is safe. 

Call Mosman Well Works for Peace of Mind

At Mosman Well Works, we are ready to take your call 24/7, so you don’t have to lose sleep over a missed opportunity to make an offer on your dream home. To make sure the home you want to buy has a well with high-quality water, contact us at (203)-586-1688.

Share by: