Well Water Solutions
Approximately 4,500 Monroe County homes rely on private wells. Unlike municipal water, well water is unregulated — your water quality is entirely your responsibility.
Common Well Water Issues in Monroe County
Iron & Manganese
Causes orange/brown staining on fixtures, metallic taste, and stained laundry
Bacteria (E. coli, Coliform)
40%+ of private wells are contaminated at any given time. Health risk.
Hardness
Well water in the region is often harder than municipal — 10+ grains per gallon
Sulfur (Rotten Egg Smell)
Hydrogen sulfide gas creates an unmistakable odor
Sediment & Turbidity
Sand, silt, and particulate matter from the aquifer
Arsenic
Naturally occurring in some areas. Must be tested specifically.
Recommended Well Water System
Well water typically needs a multi-stage approach:
- 1.Sediment Filter — First line of defense against particulate matter
- 2.Water Softener — Remove hardness minerals and iron
- 3.UV Disinfection — Kill bacteria and viruses without chemicals
- 4.Under-Sink RO — Pure drinking water at the tap
Annual Testing Recommended
The Monroe County Department of Public Health recommends annual testing for coliform bacteria, and testing every 3-5 years for lead, nitrate, arsenic, iron, manganese, pH, hardness, and more. We provide comprehensive well water testing as part of our free consultation.