Testing Your Water

Private well owners in Texas carry a responsibility that most people never think about: there is no city utility sending a water-quality report to their door each year. You are entirely in charge of what comes out of your tap. And in a state where geology, agriculture, and unpredictable weather all shape what ends up

When severe storms roll through North Houston and Montgomery County, the heavy rainfall doesn’t just affect roads and yards—it can directly impact the safety of your private well water. Surface water carrying bacteria, debris, and agricultural runoff can seep into your well through compromised seals, cracked casings, or damaged well caps. When Should You Shock

If your well water leaves a sandy residue in your bathtub, clogs your faucet aerators every few months, or makes your drinking water look cloudy, sediment is likely the culprit. Sediment in well water is common in Texas, particularly in areas with sandy soils or where the aquifer contains fine gravel and silt. The good

Discovering bacteria in your well water is alarming, but it’s more common than you might think—and it’s absolutely treatable. Understanding the difference between total coliform bacteria and E. coli, knowing how they enter your well, and taking the right corrective steps can restore your water to safe drinking quality. What Is Total Coliform? Total coliform

After a long, hot Texas summer, your well water quality may have changed without you realizing it. Extended drought, high water demand, and seasonal temperature shifts can alter the chemistry and biology of your aquifer. Fall is the ideal time to test your water because it captures any changes that occurred during the summer months

Storms in Houston aren’t just a threat to your home—they’re also a serious hazard to your private well. Heavy rainfall, flooding, and high winds can damage your well’s physical components and introduce contaminants into your water supply. After any significant storm, taking the right steps to inspect and protect your well can prevent health risks

If your well tests positive for E. coli, you should boil the water for at least one minute at a rolling boil before drinking it. E. coli contamination means that fecal matter has entered your water supply, which is a serious health hazard. Children, elderly individuals, pregnant women, and anyone with a compromised immune system

We have been overloaded the past couple of weeks testing water. Most of the tests are coming back positive for E. coli and bacteria. This is why testing after flooding is absolutely critical for every private well owner in Texas. Flooding doesn’t just damage your home and property—it poses a direct threat to your drinking