If you get your water from a well, you’re basically the CEO of your own mini water company. That’s cool, but it comes with homework. Test your well water every year in the spring when runoff is highest. It’s like an annual check-up for your property. Also, make sure your well casing is sealed tight and at least 50 feet from your septic system—imagine them as two grumpy neighbors who shouldn’t share a fence.
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If you find nitrate levels are persistently high, consider a whole-house nitrate system that treats all your water—not just the kitchen tap. It costs more (think $1,000–$2,000), but it means every shower, dishwasher load, and garden hose spray is safe. Think of it as buying a spa day for your entire home.