{"id":3935,"date":"2022-08-02T09:29:53","date_gmt":"2022-08-02T13:29:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grecoandhaines.com\/?p=3935"},"modified":"2022-08-02T09:29:55","modified_gmt":"2022-08-02T13:29:55","slug":"well-water-care-for-summer-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.grecoandhaines.com\/well-water-care-for-summer-house\/","title":{"rendered":"Well Water Care for a Summer Home\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

Summer\u2019s officially here, but the heat in New England has been underway for some time. Many of us are finding relief \u2013 and soaking up the best of Connecticut\u2019s summertime outdoors \u2013 at a summer home.<\/span><\/p>\n

If your seasonal retreat draws from a well, there are some important steps to take when settling back in for the season to make sure the system\u2019s running properly. Here at <\/span>Greco & Haines<\/span><\/i>, we offer a wide range of services to help on this front, bringing to the table unrivaled expertise. With more than a half-century in the well business, our well treatment company is the best in the business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

From the experts in well maintenance, here are a few of the issues your summer home\u2019s well system can experience. As always, if you are experiencing problems with your system, <\/span>contact<\/span><\/a> the best well inspectors CT has to offer.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Challenge of a Summer Home\u2019s Well System<\/span><\/h2>\n

Many summer homes have older or shallower wells, which may be more prone to problems. From age-degraded well equipment to contamination, shallow wells can experience a variety of issues.<\/span><\/p>\n

But more broadly, the wells supplying summer homes don\u2019t see as much use, and often, basic maintenance is neglected. Thus, these wells can under function \u2013 or entirely malfunction \u2013 compared to \u201cfull-time\u201d wells associated with a more permanent residence.<\/span><\/p>\n

What to Do When \u201cReactivating\u201d a Well System at Your Summer Home<\/span><\/h2>\n

Well water that\u2019s left standing for extended periods of time commonly develops an off-flavor or taste due to mineral buildup and chemical reactions. Therefore, it’s a good idea to clear out the system when you first arrive at your summer home. Open up the taps and let them run for five to 10 minutes to flush away stale and potentially contaminated water.<\/span><\/p>\n

You should also test the well water quality at the start of the season. Water-quality testing can reveal any undesirable \u2013 and potentially unsafe \u2013 chemical, mineralogic, or bacterial loads in your supply. Here at Greco & Haines, we offer a variety of water-quality tests that can provide peace of mind all summer long.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s best to also have your entire well system evaluated by our professional well inspectors. An older or shallower seasonal well, or one that simply hasn\u2019t been thoroughly inspected for some time, may have any number of issues. These problems could impair performance and, if left unaddressed, result in damage and replacement costs. If you\u2019re noticing suboptimal well water pressure or other issues, a well inspection is advised.<\/span><\/p>\n

Make sure you inspect and, if necessary, change the water filters at your summer home. If you\u2019re dealing with microbial concentrations or hard water, a home <\/span>water filtration system and softeners<\/span><\/a> can help!<\/span><\/p>\n

Preparing Your Well for the End of the Summer Season<\/span><\/h2>\n

Just as important as caring for your well at the beginning of summer, prepare your system when you\u2019re closing up your summer home for the year. Shut off the electricity to your water pump and close the valve. Drain your pipes to prevent leaks \u2013 including from frozen, burst plumbing \u2013 after turning off the water. All summer water systems should be expertly closed for the season by a licensed plumber.<\/span><\/p>\n

Greico & Hanes, Inc. : The Best Well Water Services CT Has to Offer<\/span><\/h2>\n

Whether you need your summer home\u2019s well inspected and water quality tested at the beginning of the season, or you run into an issue during vacation, reach out to Greco & Haines! We\u2019re proud to be a leading well treatment company in the state, providing our customers with the same level of exceptional well maintenance, repair, and testing we\u2019ve delivered since Day One (back in 1963).<\/span><\/p>\n

We\u2019re available seven days a week and 365 days a year, including holidays. So don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch with the Greco & Haines team at <\/span>203-735-9308<\/span><\/i>, <\/span>203-777-2256<\/span><\/i>, or (toll-free from any CT area code) <\/span>1-800-922-2958<\/span><\/i>. Or, drop us a line here at the Greco & Haines website by filling out our <\/span>online contact form<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Summer\u2019s officially here, but the heat in New England has been underway for some time. Many of us are finding relief \u2013 and soaking up the best of Connecticut\u2019s summertime outdoors \u2013 at a summer home. If your seasonal retreat draws from a well, there are some important steps to take when settling back in […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":3937,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWell Maintenance for a Summer Home | Summer Well Water Treatment<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Owning a summer home means you need to practice proper well water care. 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