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Many new homeowners get recovery rate (measured in gallons per minute or “GPM”) and well “storage” confused. Remember when a well driller refers to gallons per minute, this is the rate that the well is recharging or recovering at AFTER the “storage” has been pumped off. What is well “storage”? Think of it like a reserve tank. The volume of water stored in a well is noted by subtracting the static level from the total depth and multiplying the result by the well volume per linear foot. For Example – Say you have a 150’ 6” diameter water well. The static level of the water is 12’ from ground level. 150’-12’= 138’ of water storage. To get to gallons, know that 1 linear foot of 6” diameter pipe holds approximately 1.5 gallons of water. So, 138’*1.5 gallons/ft= 207 gallons of water storage. So how much water do I need to effectively run my home? A general rule of thumb is having enough water available to meet peak demand for 1 hour. Peak demand is the simultaneous usage of multiple water outlets during the morning and night. Peak demand can vary drastically depending on family size, size of the home and schedules. On average, two 2.5 gpm fixtures running at the same time for 60 minutes would result in 300 gallons of water used in that time frame. The well system needs to be capable of yielding this amount of water either from well storage, well recovery rate or a combination of the two. To answer, the average home requires about 300 gallons of water storage or a well recovery rate of 5 gallons per minute. There are many wells in Chautauqua County that do not provide sufficient flow or storage. Lower producing wells may require storage tank systems in order to meet peak demand. Before you decide to pick out that perfect spot to build your new home or buy the home of your dreams, consult a local professional water well driller that has experience with the area you are looking at. McCandless Well Drilling, Inc has decades of experience in the Chautauqua area to assist you with whatever your water situation is. Consultations are free. Call Today!

There are more than 13 million homes in the United States relying on private wells for their water access. This means there are more than 13 million residents who have the sole responsibility to test the quality of their water since the EPA does not regulate private wells. With this in mind, note that it is estimated that over 80% of diseases are caused by drinking contaminated water. Water is one of the most vital resources on the planet. We can all agree on the fact that the cleaner the water, the better it is for you. McCandless Well Drilling, Inc. has been serving Jamestown, New York, and surrounding areas for decades, and has seen firsthand how detrimental not properly regulating your well water can be. If you own a private well, here is an overview of why the quality of your water is essential and methods you can take to prevent it from becoming contaminated. Benefits of Quality Water It is worldwide and well-known that water is the key to life and that the quality of it will immensely impact your overall health.Aside from necessary hydration, there are numerous ways clean water can positively improve your overall wellbeing. • Body Fluid Balance - Drinking plenty of clean water balances your entire body’s fluids, which help with digestion, creating saliva, body temperature controlling, and distributes nutrients smoothly. • Kidney Health - Your kidneys need clean water to thrive and function properly. Because our bodies tend to deposit numerous toxins into cells during nutrient transporting, your kidneys filter this out. If you are dehydrated or have poor quality water, your kidneys will retain as much water as they can, which will keep those nasty toxins inside you. • Less Risk for Illnesses - There was a 2009 study performed at the University of California that found those use used reverse osmosis, and UV filters suffered nearly 12% less gastrointestinal illnesses than those who drank unfiltered water. Preventative Methods Every private well system uses groundwater. If that groundwater becomes polluted, it could cause serious illnesses. To be proactive and fight against the odds of consuming arsenic, aluminum, DBPs, or Fluoride, take necessary preventative methods and install water filtration systems and disinfection systems, which will drastically reduce the probability of having unsafe water. For example, one of the most effective in-home water filtration systems is reverse osmosis. Reverse osmosis uses air pressure to force water through a semi-permeable membrane, almost immediately getting rid of contaminates. As for disinfection systems, this route has numerous avenuesyou can take, such as chlorination, Pulsar Quantum, and UV Light Disinfection. When homeowners use UV light, this process uses short-wavelength UV light to destroy nucleic acids and disrupting the DNA in microorganisms in your well water. Conclusion If there is any point you should take away is that the quality of your drinking water needs to be a high priority when you have a private water well. With private water wells, it is entirely up to you to regulate and prevent your water from becoming contaminated. Some harmful bacteria, parasites, and viruses are invisible to the naked eye, but can cause immediate sicknesses if ingested. To reduce this risk, use the preventative methods mentioned above as well as stay diligent with testing your water quality regularly to ensure it is reliable and safe to use. If you have any additional concerns, questions or inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact McCandless Well Drilling, Inc. for professional sight and guidance.