HOW TO SHOCK YOUR WELL AND TREAT YOUR WATER
(March 04, 2019
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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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