WELL WATER VS. CITY WATER: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Unless you place a bucket outside to collect water when it rains, there are two possible sources for your drinking water: private water from a well or public water treated by the city and pumped into your home through existing water infrastructure. If you want to treat your tap water for contaminants and enjoy the purest, cleanest drinking water possible it’s important to understand the differences between well water and city water. DO I HAVE WELL WATER OR CITY WATER? 15 million households nationwide rely on well water , making it more common that you might realize. You will likely know where your water comes from, but if not ask yourself these questions: Do I have a water bill? Families using city water pay a regular water bill for the treatment and delivery of that water. Families using well water pay out-of-pocket to cover water testing, maintenance, and upkeep expenses. Is there a water pump or pressure tank near my home? These are clear indicators that you use well water. We...