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What are some early signs that my well needs service? |
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The pumping level starts to change and/or the pump starts to vibrate |
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Is there any preventative maintenance that I can do? |
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Your pump and well system will run many years with very little maintenance. However, there are a few things that should be done annually to prevent any major problems.
- Inspect the pressure of your water system
- Check the draw-down of your well
- Verify that your system is free of any leaks or rust spots
- Have your water tested
- Disinfect your well
- If you are having any problems with your water system contact Traut Companies
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Why is my pumping water level changing? |
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- The well screen could be getting incrusted
- Fine silts against the back of the screen
- Open hole filled with sand
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When do I have to have a well abandoned? |
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From shallow sandpoint wells to dug wells to large diameter irrigation wells, Traut Companies has the equipment and expertise to handle these well sealing projects.
A well that is not in use can be a potential threat to health, safety, and the environment. Unused wells can provide a direct pathway for contaminants to enter the groundwater and threaten water quality for existing wells and new wells. They can also pose a safety hazard for children, pets, and livestock. According to Minnesota law, a well must be sealed in any of the following situations:
- The well is contaminated and cannot be corrected.
- The well has been improperly sealed in the past.
- The well poses a threat to the health or safety of the public or to groundwater quality.
- The well is not in use, and does not have a maintenance permit.
YOU MAY NOT SEAL YOUR OWN WELL! ONLY A LICENSED WATER WELL CONTRACTOR MAY SEAL A WELL IN ACCORDANCE WITH MINNESOTA LAW.
To learn more about well sealing contact the Minnesota Department of Health or contact Traut Companies
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