Well Water vs. City Water

Both personal well water and municipal water offer advantages and disadvantages. Before making a decision on your and your family’s water supply, it is important to carefully consider the benefits and downsides of each option.

Well Water

Private wells are built by drilling into the ground. When drilled deep enough, a well is able to tap into an underground aquifer.

Well water tends to be fresher and higher in mineral and nutrient content, when compared to city water sources. This high mineral content can also cause the water to have an improved taste.

Additionally, families on a budget may be pleased to learn that families with a private water well do not need to pay a monthly water bill – helping you save money.

Unfortunately, there are some downsides to this investment. For one, water wells can be impacted by natural disasters. In the event of a power outage, a water well is no longer able to function. This is because private water wells depend on electricity to pump water from the underground aquifer and into your home. Without electricity, you and your family will be left without access to healthy, convenient water.

To avoid this, it may be necessary to purchase solar panels or a power generator as a backup.

Another concern is that, with a private well, water quality and safety is solely your responsibility. The owner of a water well is responsible for scheduling water treatment, well repair service, or preventative maintenance.

Don’t let this process intimidate you. Our professional well drillers can provide you with a comprehensive education on proper water well care. We can help you schedule water treatment, water tests, well repairs, and well maintenance as necessary. Our friendly team is always available to answer any questions you have related to Florida water systems. Contact us today to learn more!

City Water

When you choose to use city water as your primary water source, you do not have to worry about maintaining water quality. Municipal water is regularly tested and quality controlled. With each sip of water, you can trust that it is in compliance with EPA guidelines and regulations.

However, city water tends to be less fresh than private well water. Rather than coming from an underground aquifer, municipal water is often filtered run-off or surface water. This means that city water is more likely to come into contact with unwanted contaminants.

Moreover, costly water utility bills can add up over time. These bills pay for expensive chemical water treatments and purification processes, but they can become unaffordable over time.

If you cannot pay your monthly water bill, the city is legally allowed to turn your water off. This leaves you without water for drinking, bathing, dishwashing, or brushing your teeth.

Water is essential to maintaining life. With a private well, you can always have unrestricted access to fresh, nutrient-rich water at an affordable price. Contact us today for more information on expert water well drilling!