Alcorn Pump - Water & Pump Services

Well Inspections for Homebuyers

BUYING A HOME WITH A WELL?

Alcorn Pump & Filtration strongly advises any homeowner who is purchasing a home on a well that you get a certified well inspection prior to the close of the sale. Work with your realtor to get permission from the seller to conduct a full test (see below), so you understand the safety of the water and the system as a whole, what you will need to do for your new home's water system, and avoid ending up with a costly repair that could've been addressed.

To properly conduct a well inspection we recommend you hire a water well contractor who specializes in pumping equipment. Most of the time a home inspector is not qualified to assess the full pumping system, water quality, and other potentially costly concerns.

Well inspections will vary based on setup

but should include:

Ground fault checks on the well pump(s) and controller(s)
Listing of well depth, pumping equipment, and type of system if known
Check and documentation of the condition of the plumbing and electrical including any safety concerns
Observation of the pressure tank and or tanks
Flow rate test on "Gallons Per Minute" GPM of the well pump production
Pressure test to make sure the system builds up to pressure
Check for any bacteria-inducing agents
Assess the condition of the well seal/cap
Look for good access to the wellhead
Check for any current filtration
Conduct mineral water testing for Hardness, PH, Iron, and TDS
A document with photos and all findings including a list of recommendations in a certified report
Potability testing is an additional service that may be provided at the time of a well inspection. Water samples are taken to a certified lab for testing of bacteria, arsenic, nitrates, and lead.