Is your well water brown or rusty red in color? It may indicate high concentrations of iron in your water. Iron is one of the earth’s most plentiful resources, making up at least five percent of the earth’s crust. When rainfall seeps through the soil, the iron in the earth’s surface dissolves, causing it to …
How deep should my well be? It is nearly impossible to know the ideal depth of a well before you install it. If you have neighbors, learning the depth of their wells and the corresponding water quality may give you a better understanding of where your new well’s depth will land at. A good rule …
Mound system lawn care is often overlooked by the home or business owner. Herbaceous plants, such as wildflowers and grasses, are good choices for mound system plantings. Grasses are especially desirable due to their fibrous root systems which hold soil in place. Grasses also provide year-round cover. The following native prairie plants grow well on …
Do septic tank additives work? You have probably seen them in commercials or on store shelves while shopping. There are two distinct categories of additives used in a septic system: Chemical – includes inorganic and organic compounds Biological – includes yeast, bacteria, and enzymes There are approximately 1,200 additive products on the market today, many …
Well drilling in Wisconsin has had well regulations since 1936, and today is recognized as a national leader in well protection. NR 812, Wis. Adm. Code, is the state Well and Pump Code administered by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The Well and Pump Code is based on the sound premise that if a …
A drilled well is not as complicated as one might think. When the kitchen faucet is opened, water will be pushed through from the pressure tank where water is stored. When the water line pressure drops below 40 pounds (typically) then the pressure switch will engage and send power to the submersible pump. Well water …
What is a septic system? Wastewater carries disease-causing bacteria, infectious viruses, household chemicals and excess nutrients that must be removed. If you are not hooked up to city sewer or a sanitary district, your septic system is your wastewater treatment facility. Though it is much less complicated than a city’s facilities, it serves a similar …
