Water is the most precious resource on Earth, and without it we would cease to exist at all. This is why it is so important to have a reliable and effective way to store your water in units. Your irrigation, rain, and drinking water all need a way to be captured and saved for a time in the future. Water storage units make this possible for residential, commercial, and industrial locations alike. Read More
On January 18, 2018, the Washington State Legislature finally passed a bill that many Washington residents and landowners have been anxiously hoping to see for months. A Hirst agreement was finally passed, which references the 2016 Washington State Supreme Court decision in favor of Eric Hirst. He successfully sued Whatcom County in an effort to challenge approval of new private wells on rural land.
Back in 2016, the Supreme Court ruled that individual counties, not the Department of Ecology, should be held responsible to determine if adequate water quality and quantity existed before a new well was approved. This created an enormous issue throughout the state since most counties lack the money, resources, and staff to make such critical decisions. Read More
Homeowners who obtain running water from their municipalities don’t usually need to worry whether or not water will come out of their faucets when they turn the handle. Homeowners who rely on wells, on the other hand, need to maintain a properly functioning well and well pump. Without a working pump, a well runs dry. If your well serves as your independent source of water, be sure to perform regular inspections of your well and remain alert for the following signs that your well pump needs to be repaired or replaced.
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Whether you have owned a well for years, just became a new well owner, or are in the process of planning a well, it is essential to understand the ins and outs of well water well basics. The following answers to frequently asked questions will give you an important launching point to ensure you have all of the knowledge you need to succeed.
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Having a well is only useful if you also have a durable, high-quality pump to draw water from your well and into your home or business. Given the essential role of your water pump, securing proper service and maintenance is a necessity. What type of service and maintenance does your pump need, and how can you find the right people for the job? Read More
After months of a controversial well drilling moratorium, Senate Republicans recently pressed Washington Governor Jay Inslee to take a more active role in negotiating legislation that would finally grant permission for rural landowners to drill wells on their land. The Supreme Court’s Hirst Decision is responsible for the well moratorium that Washington’s legislators have yet to resolve. Could the Governor finally lead his state to a solution? Read More
At the end of July, the Washington state legislature failed to make an important vote on the issue of Hirst water rights. As a result, families and homeowners have been forced to endure a moratorium on new water well installation. Whether you’re a rural land owner or a potential home buyer, this moratorium could impact you as well.
A Brief Introduction to the Hirst Decision Read More
Life would be very simple if all water on Earth was completely pure and untainted. Unfortunately, the truth is that it’s virtually impossible to access water that hasn’t been polluted with chemicals and contaminants. Regardless of whether you use municipal or well water, it can be dangerous to use and drink unfiltered. A whole house water filtration system is an effective and reliable way to enjoy water from your faucet without worrying about the adverse effects linked to contaminated water.
A Whole House Filtration System Delivers Cleaner, Safer Water Read More
Healthy, green, and well-maintained grass is an essential component to the curb appeal of your home or business. However, it’s not always possible to maintain such a beautiful lawn without a reliable irrigation system. Your irrigation system should deliver water equally across your property at predetermined intervals. Since an irrigation system involves many small, moving parts, attentive upkeep will prevent major problems from developing. The following maintenance tips will help you ensure that your system always functions at optimal levels in order to deliver the best results. Read More
Water may have been pure and clean at one time, but today’s industrialized way of life has caused countless toxic and harmful contaminants to infiltrate water sources across the globe. This contamination is very important to address when utilizing well water.
What Is a Contaminant?
Unfortunately, modern science and technology has led to the creation and disposal of many different chemicals that have poisoned our water supplies. According to the U.S Environmental Protection Agency, a contaminant is any physical, chemical, biological, or radiological substance in the water. While some contaminants are only found in small amounts that cannot harm humans, others can lead to severe health and environmental problems. Read More