PREMIUM DRINKING WATER Solutions
Whether you rely on a well or city water, ensuring quality is essential. While private wells are unregulated by the EPA, city water may still contain contaminants that affect health, taste, and appliances.
While the construction of private wells in New York State is subject to local and/or state ordinances, the quality of a private well’s output is the sole responsibility of the owner. The Environmental Protection Agency does not regulate private wells or provide standards for individual wells.
At Safewelltech, we have developed solutions for many of the issues facing residential well owners in upstate NY including:
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Coliform and E.coli bacteria contamination. These types of bacteria occur naturally in the environment and are found in soil and human and animal waste. Potential health effects of pathogenic bacteria can include polio, cholera, typhoid fever, dysentery, and infectious hepatitis among other illnesses.
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Viruses and parasites such as giardia, norovirus, coronavirus, cryptosporidium. According to the CDC, three of the six major waterborne illness outbreaks from 1971-2010 were caused by parasites or viruses. These can cause respiratory and/or gastrointestinal issues.
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Heavy Metals such as manganese, lead, arsenic, copper, chromium, selenium, and more. Heavy metals can contaminate drinking water via older, corroded plumbing lines, municipal distribution systems, or runoff from industrial, manufacturing, and mining operations. Lead and copper contamination can also occur if the plumbing inside the household hasn't been updated. Excess levels of heavy metals in the human body can cause damage to kidneys and liver, intestinal problems, cancer, and more.
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Fluoride levels in excess can lead to dental and skeletal fluorosis. Treatment systems are available to reduce excessive fluoride concentrations.
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Iron and rust can cause staining on plumbing fixtures, laundry, and even food preparation areas. Iron buildup can also promote bacterial growth in plumbing.
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Sulfur (rotten egg smell). Even extremely small amounts of hydrogen sulfide can cause your water to have quite the malodorous smell. Despite the terrible odor, hydrogen sulfide is actually not a health risk. But it is a nuisance and often off putting to visitors and can be an issue when you go to sell your home.
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Volatile organic chemicals (VOCs). Consumer and industrial solvents uses such as degreasers, paint removers, and cleaning agents—also are among the most common VOCs detected in groundwater. Gasoline compounds and additives are another class of VOCs that are sometimes detected in groundwater. VOCs are pervasive in daily life, because they’re used in industry, agriculture, transportation, and day-to-day activities around the home. Once released into groundwater, many VOCs are persistent and can migrate to drinking-water supply wells and may reach harmful levels.
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Arsenic is a naturally occurring element that can pose serious health risks with long-term exposure, potentially causing cancer, skin lesions, developmental effects, and cardiovascular problems.
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Sediment issues can result from loose soil, sand, or silt entering the water supply. Without filtration, sediment buildup can damage appliances and reduce water quality.
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Low pH (acidic water) can corrode plumbing, causing copper and lead leaching, staining, and damage to fixtures and appliances.
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Nitrates and Nitrites are naturally occurring compounds that can enter water supplies from runoff from sewage, septic systems, industrial activity, animal waste, and fertilizers. Consumption of water with high nitrate levels is a health concern for pregnant women, developing babies, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems or chronic heart, lung, or blood conditions.
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PFOA/PFOS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are synthetic chemicals found in many consumer products. These chemicals are linked to various health risks, including cancer, immune system effects, and hormonal imbalances.
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Tannins are organic materials that can discolor water, causing yellow or brown stains and creating an unpleasant taste or odor.
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Hard water, caused by excess calcium and magnesium, can lead to scale buildup in pipes and appliances, reducing efficiency and shortening their lifespan.
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Colloidal clay is made up of tiny particles suspended in water that can cause turbidity and cloudiness. Effective filtration is key to eliminating this issue.
For more information on these contaminates and their health risks please refer to:
USGS.gov: Contaminants Found in Groundwater
EPA.gov: Potential Well Water Contaminants and Their Impacts