Well Maintenance Planner
Build a printable annual maintenance and testing checklist for your private well, tailored to your situation.
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Your maintenance checklist
| Task | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Test for total coliform bacteria and nitrateCDC recommends at least yearly; use a certified lab. | Annually |
| Test pH and anything of local concern (e.g., arsenic)Add local contaminants recommended by your state/health dept. | Annually |
| Visually inspect the well cap and casingCap intact, vents screened, casing above grade. | Annually |
| Check that ground slopes away from the wellhead | Annually |
| Keep hazardous materials away from the wellhead | Ongoing |
| Keep well records (tests, service, construction) | Ongoing |
General guidance based on EPA and CDC recommendations for private wells. Your state or local health department may recommend additional testing — follow local guidance.
This is an estimate, not a specification
Results are for orientation only and depend on the accuracy of your inputs and assumptions. They do not replace a professional assessment, a manufacturer’s performance data, or laboratory testing. See our disclaimer.