Why a Real Estate Well Inspection Matters: Top Things to Consider

December 23rd, 2024

Buying property can be exciting, especially when you’re a new homeowner. The possibilities are practically endless as you wonder about all the changes you might make to this house, additions, and even new sheds or guest houses you might add onto your land. This is why a real estate well inspection is imperative if you are purchasing a home that has a water well.

Many homes in our area depend on well water, which can have some issues if it’s not properly treated and maintained.

A real estate well inspection in Lacey performed by our team specifically to investigate the well components can be an excellent choice so you know what needs to be done either immediately or in the future. Without a real estate well inspection performed by a licensed professional, you’re in the dark and you might end up paying large amounts of money for something you weren’t aware of.

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3 Different Types of Water Treatment Systems: And Why They’re a Good Investment

December 16th, 2024

Every home deserves high-quality water. I think we can all agree on that point, regardless of where you live or your specific budget. Nobody deserves to be forced to drink bottled water or use hard water for showers and laundry because that’s just the natural state of their water. These things can be changed and we’re huge proponents of water treatment that’s effective and affordable.

However, many people have trouble differentiating the different water treatment systems in Shelton, WA. We offer many options, from water conditioners to water filters. So, let’s talk about three unique systems, how they work, and why they’re so valuable for your home.

Make sure you work with a licensed professional for the installation and maintenance of your home water treatment system. These units go through a large volume of water and they require steady support to work as effectively as possible.

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A Guide to Well Decommissioning: Protecting Our Water Resources

November 25th, 2024

Wells are where we access groundwater, which is an essential resource for not only our lifestyles but our planet. Many plants and creatures alike depend on groundwater resources to stay alive.

This is also a vital part of what makes Olympia so gorgeous and such an amazing place to live–our access to natural beauty is unmatched. But that natural beauty must be treated well in order for it to continue living alongside us, and well decommissioning in Olympia is one major part of that.

An incorrectly decommissioned well can be a disaster for the local environment, not only incurring large legal fees, but also damaging local plant life and harming the wildlife we adore so much. Let’s talk about some of the dangers that come with improper well decommissioning.

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The Definitive Guide to Water Testing: What It Can Show You

November 11th, 2024

Water testing sounds like a great idea, doesn’t it? If it were free, it would be something that everyone would probably do, like exercise or brushing your teeth. Testing allows customers to find out exactly what’s in their water, from contaminants to harmless minerals, and it lets us plan accordingly. Unfortunately, this service is more extensive than most small tests and it’s not free.

But it’s not as expensive as the problems that can result from having untested, unhealthy water.

Our team prides itself on being a font of knowledge and authority when it comes to water quality and water treatment solutions in Olympia. If you’re interested in learning about the quality of your water, or finding out more about potential contaminants in your water, then make sure you request a water test today.

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Preparing for Your Next Well: Some Drilling Considerations

October 28th, 2024

When was the last time you considered asking a professional for a well drilling estimate? And when was the last time you considered the water table on your property, or looked at data that showed you where water access could be achieved? This might not sound like exciting stuff, but it’s practically required when you first start to think about drilling a new well on your property.

The good news is that you don’t have to do all of this yourself. In fact, our team can handle all of this for you. From the start, we’ll give you a proper estimate that is accurate and allows you to begin budgeting for this work.

Then, we’ll figure out all the permitting steps and make sure that there’s an easy access point for groundwater on your property, and we’ll work hard to make sure you get the clean, fresh water that you deserve.

But if you’re not completely sold on it, keep reading to learn about what you should consider before hiring a well drilling contractor in Shelton.

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7 Benefits of a Water Filtration System Addition

October 14th, 2024

Your home is your sanctuary. It should be a place where you can rest after a long and sometimes stressful day, knowing that everything works and is safe. This is the ideal situation for our customers, but it’s not always the realistic one. That’s why our team is here.

We help to give our customers the benefit of clean, potable water that they can use to bathe, drink, and clean. But this process isn’t automatic. Many water sources have contaminants in them that could not just make you sick, but make you uncomfortable and your life more difficult. That’s why our water filtration systems are so popular.

We’ll even stick with you for the future to provide water filtration system repairs in Lacey when something goes wrong, to ensure that you get the following 7 benefits at all times.

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What a Real Estate Well Inspection Can Do for You

September 23rd, 2024

Real estate inspections are talked about a lot in the real estate market, but their value is a little underrated right now. In the past, a real estate inspection would either be a luxury for homeowners who could afford them, or a nice little bonus that’s covered in closing costs, or an extra expense that would be required for certain loans.

Well, what about a well inspection? Wells are an immensely important part of a home, and most conventional real estate inspections don’t cover this part of the property. A malfunctioning well could mean a disaster for you and your family when your newly purchased home swaps hands.

Real estate well inspections in Tenino are a requirement prior to purchasing a home, and they could be the key to dodging a terrible situation with a house with well issues.

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Science September: How Does a Well Pump Actually Work?

September 9th, 2024

Welcome to Science September! This is the month where we’re going to break down some of the most important services we offer and help customers understand how they work. We aren’t going to go too deep, since there’s only so much teaching we can do online in a blog post–but we’ll hopefully help our customers learn about some of the intricate ins and outs of well drilling, well pumps, and water quality systems.

Today’s topic? Well pumps, how they work, what they are, and why they’re such incredible pieces of modern technology. With just a little bit of electricity and the flip of a switch, you can get access to an immense amount of groundwater that’s right below your feet.

Let’s talk about how this system works and why they’re good at what they do.

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Decommissioning a Well the Right Way: How It Works

August 26th, 2024

Wells in Washington State come in all shapes and sizes. There are old wells that certain homes still use, and new wells that–for whatever reason–need to be decommissioned. This is the reality of this kind of work, and it’s another reason why having a team of licensed professionals is a great idea.

Before we get started on the topic of well decommissioning, we’d like to urge customers to schedule a consultation with our team. Well decommissioning in Rochester can be complex and time-consuming. If you value your time, your money, and your peace of mind, then you’re better off scheduling this work with us and letting our team decommission your well.

But if you’d like to at least learn a little more about how professional well decommissioning works, then keep reading!

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What Can You Find in Your Water? A Water Testing Post

August 12th, 2024

Here’s a question–why invest in water testing services if you’re not aware of what could be in your water? It’s a good question, and one that we completely understand. If you don’t know what’s potentially in your water system, then there’s no good reason to get the water tested.

But this doesn’t mean your water is clean and safe. There could be contaminants lurking in your water that you’re just unaware of.

In this industry, the more you know, the better off you’ll be. We’d like to take this opportunity to discuss some hazardous contaminants that can be found in your well water, and why testing is so important for customers who want to get fresh, clean water.

Feel free to schedule an appointment today for water testing in Puyallup if you’d like to avoid any of the following materials from contaminating your water supply.

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