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HOW TO SHOCK YOUR WELL AND TREAT YOUR WATER

(March 04, 2019 )

Spring is coming and for our acreage clients on well water, that could mean experiencing changes to the water, including smells, taste, and/or a murky presence.

You may have some questions about how to shock your well and treat your water; we have the answers!

What is shock chlorination?

Shock chlorination is a maintenance practice that helps keep bacteria build-up in check.

Can I shock chlorinate my well myself?

Yes! You can shock chlorinate your own well or you can hire a licensed water well driller to do the procedure.

When should I shock chlorinate my well?

• Immediately after installing a new well

• Whenever repair work is done on your well, pump, or distribution system

• Following contamination by flood water or any change in water clarity, colour, or taste

• When lab tests show coliform bacteria in your well water

• Every year to prevent biofouling (build-up of algae, barnacles, etc in your well system)

For detailed instructions on how to shock/treat your own well, check out this very informative document created by the Government of Alberta.

If you are wanting to hire a professional instead of attempting the shock chlorination yourself, go HERE for a list of contractors who are members of the Alberta Water Well Drilling Association.

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HOW TO SHOCK YOUR WELL AND TREAT YOUR WATER

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