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These days, many people are considering moving from the city and suburban areas, into rural or ‘country’ settings. The emergence of working from home culture is now allowing for successful relocations and reduced trips into the office. There are many things to consider once you’ve decided to make the move to Green Acres, and one of them is your water source. So lets delve into a few tips about rural water supply and maintenance.

Maintaining a clean water source

Wells are the most common source of water in rural homes and residences. Other sources can include springs, streams, lakes and stored seasonal runoff water. Once you’ve moved to the country, you’ll find that individual homeowners are responsible for making sure their well water is safe. So, ahead of time, you may want to bone up on all of the issues and legalities that surround well water, and how they play out in your municipality.

A very important thing to consider is outside factors that can intrude on your well and water supply. In wells, the presence of nitrates due to agricultural chemical run-off is a growing concern. If you’re close to farmland you may encounter this issue. In addition, a parasite called Giardia lamblia often shows up in rural surface water sources. To counter and combat this parasite, you need to have your water tested regularly.

Learn from official sources about water safety concerns in your area, as well as the best testing facilities to use! Another thing you’ll want to invest in, is a reverse-osmosis filter. These filters help get rid of pesky parasites and other waterborne invaders that can wreak havoc on our bodies.

When in doubt – boil your water!

Finding your Tank

You’re going to be a rookie at this rural living stuff and will most likely be learning on the fly. If you don’t know where your tank is, try poking around. Tanks are usually close to the surface, so jab a metal rod into the ground until you hit concrete or metal. In winter, watch for a spot in your yard where snow melts quickly. Chances are its either buried treasure, or your water supply.

Drilling a new well

Wells must be deep enough so that you will have water even during dry periods, and it must be far removed from any sources of groundwater pollution. Ask around your new locale for a driller with a good reputation in your area. You will pay by the metre, so the cost may be surprisingly high or low, depending on how quickly the driller runs into drinkable water

If you have water worries… call on The Water Doctor, Ottawa region’s full service water servicing company.

Buying or renting water treatment equipment can be confusing. With so many products on the market and each claiming to be the best, it’s hard to know what you need. The Water Doctor can help. They take time to learn about your needs, and recommend the most efficient solution, custom fit to your home, business and budget.

At The Water Doctor you will only deal with one person — The owner Ryan. From first contact to final installation. And all water treatment is backed by a 20 Year Warranty.

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