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Glimpses of Glendale Glendale Lutheran Church Newsletter   April 11, 2024 Acrostic - article by Joel Hempel Most of you know that John Wehmueller is the author of the acrostic poems that grace our Glimpses weekly. I am always amazed at how he can find a meaningful message of one or two words in the middle of a seasonal Scripture passage. This one especially touched me last week: Looking at the twelve references to Jesus’ empty tomb and post-resurrection appearances (see * below), it struck me that on three of those occasions, Jesus rebuked his disciples because of their slowness in coming to believe he had risen or because of their ignorance of the Word of God – which, if they had read and believed – would have spared their grief following Jesus’ death.   For the first fifty-five years of our marriage, Marcia gathered and organized everything needed to file taxes. This year, I volunteered to take over the task. Ugh! After collecting everything I thought I needed, we met with our tax man. He quickly rebuked me for not bringing in everything he instructed me to bring. Of course, there’s a difference between being instructed and understanding the instructions. So, I pushed back. We promptly stopped our verbal tussle, shook hands, and I left to gather the last pieces of Uncle Sam’s puzzle.   This tax tiff got me thinking: Nowhere in those post-resurrection references will you find any disciples arguing with Jesus after he admonished them.   Peter argued with his Lord when Jesus said he would be arrested and killed (Matt. 26:30-35). Mary and Martha argued with him when he failed to come quickly after their brother Lazarus died (John 11:17-33). So, why not now? Why not push back? Come on, Jesus, we saw you die. The soldier shoved a spear through your side. But no! No pushback when Jesus admonished their unbelief. Why?   Of course, we don’t know for sure, but here is my guess. Because our Lord’s resurrection is THE pivotal event in human history, Jesus used his divine, indisputable sovereignty to communicate the absolute necessity of believing in and trusting the gift of life secured in his resurrection. Our Lord wanted no uncertainty about his victory over death!   If we doubt the story of Moses parting the Red Sea, it won’t jeopardize our salvation. If we can’t wrap our minds around Jonah being swallowed by a great fish and then delivered safely ashore, it won’t destroy our faith. But Christ’s resurrection is in a category of miracles all by itself. As St. Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 15, the death and resurrection of Jesus is THE Gospel truth upon which we stand and have sure footing (verses 1-8). Without the resurrection of Christ, our faith has no foundation (v 14).   HE AROSE!     The fact that Jesus arose, the fact that Jesus conquered death and promises victory over death to all who follow him, the fact that Jesus grants life to the fullest now – even as Satan seeks to destroy all hope, those facts empower and equip us to lay down our unbelief and receive the abundance of his grace and mercy.   Jesus arose! And with him, we, too, rise to newness of life!   No doubt!   *Mark 16:9-11; Luke 24:1-11; Mark 16:12-13; Luke 24:36-43; John 20:24-29; John 21:1-14; Matthew 28:16-20; Luke 24:34; Acts 1:6-9; 1 Corinthians 15:6; 1 Corinthians 15:7; Acts 9:3-6. Al Grimm's 100th Birthday Please join us in the Family Life Center next Sunday, April 21 immediately after church to celebrate our own Al Grimm's 100th birthday. There will be cake and other goodies. We're trying to get a good collection of birthday cards for Al as well! There's a basket in the small kitchen with some free birthday cards for you to use, or feel free to bring your own if you'd like. Hope to see you there to wish Al a happy 100th! Finance Update Next Sunday's Bible Readings Acts 4:1-12; 1 John 3:16-24; John 10:11-18 Worship Leaders This Sunday - 4/14 Lector: Jerry Nicolaus Communion: Jerry Nicolaus and Seminary Student Greeters: Greg & Karen Frimel S/V: Paul Barbercheck Ushers: Judy George, Sandy Barbercheck, Becci Sasser, Jeanne Lipinski Children's Message: Tim Cosby Next Sunday - 4/21 Lector: Miriam Lee Communion: Mike Toney & Seminary Student Greeters: Jack & Norma Bentzinger S/V: Terry Young Ushers: Ken Clark, Terry Buchholz, Ron Froesel, Jack Hurley Children's Message: Ryan Philpot The Word Within the Word Online Calendar Glendale Lutheran Church Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-4:30 pm (314) 966-3220 glendalelutheranchurch@gmail.com Connect With Us:

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Welcome to Glendale Lutheran! Please join us in the Family Life Center next Sunday, April 21 immediately after church to celebrate our own Al Grimm's 100th birthday. There will be cake and other goodies. We're trying to get a good collection of birthday cards for Al as well! There's a basket in the small kitchen with some free birthday cards for you to use, or feel free to bring your own if you'd like. Hope to see you there to wish Al a happy 100th! The Third Sunday of Easter April 14, 2024 9:15am Divine Service III Prelude  Greeting and Welcome Lighting of the Candles Hymn of Invocation – Crown Him with Many Crowns (LSB 525) Crown Him with many crowns, The Lamb upon His throne; Hark how the heav’nly anthem drowns All music but its own. Awake, my soul, and sing Of Him who died for thee, And hail Him as thy matchless king Through all eternity. Crown Him the virgin’s Son, The God incarnate born, Whose arm those crimson trophies won Which now His brow adorn: Fruit of the mystic rose, Yet of that rose the stem, The root whence mercy ever flows, The babe of Bethlehem. Crown Him the Lord of love. Behold His hands and side, Rich wounds, yet visible above, In beauty glorified. No angels in the sky Can fully bear that sight, But downward bend their wond’ring eyes At mysteries so bright. Crown Him the Lord of life, Who triumphed o’er the grave And rose victorious in the strife For those He came to save. His glories now we sing, Who died and rose on high, Who died eternal life to bring And lives that death may die. Crown Him the Lord of heav’n, Enthroned in worlds above, Crown Him the king to whom is giv’n The wondrous name of Love. Crown Him with many crowns As thrones before Him fall; Crown Him, ye kings, with many crowns, For He is king of all. + Preparation + Invocation P: In the name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit. C: Amen. Opening Sentences  P: This is the day that the LORD has made; C: let us rejoice and be glad in it. P: Christ being raised from the dead will never die again; C: death no longer has dominion over Him. P: Christ has risen from the dead. C: God the Father has crowned Him with glory and honor. P: He has given Him dominion over the works of His hands; C: He has put all things under His feet. Confession and Absolution P: Let us now confess our sin to God, our merciful Father. C: Almighty God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, maker of all things, judge of all people, we admit and confess our sinfulness. We are by nature sinful, and we have not always lived as Your thankful and joyful people. We have indeed turned away from one another in our thinking, speaking, and doing. We have done the evil You forbid and have not done the good You demand. We do repent and are truly sorry for these our sins. Have mercy on us, gracious Father; forgive us all that is past, blot out our sins, and with the power of the Holy Spirit, direct our lives so that we serve You in true faithfulness. Grant us steadfastness among all the changes of this world and build Your kingdom among us here through Jesus Christ, our Lord. P: God has promised forgiveness of sins to those who repent and turn to Him. May He keep you in His grace by the Holy Spirit and grant you a victorious life on earth and finally a triumphant life with Him in heaven forever. As a called and ordained servant of Christ, I forgive you your sins in the name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit. As well-loved Easter people, rejoice and be glad! You are free indeed! C: Amen. + Word + Introit  P: In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore. C: I will extol you, O LORD, for you have drawn me up and have not let my foes rejoice over me. P: O LORD my God, I cried to you for help, and you have healed me. C: O LORD, you have brought up my soul from Sheol; you restored me to life from among those who go down to the pit. P: Sing praises to the LORD, O you his saints, and give thanks to his holy name. C: For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning. All: Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen P: In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore. Salutation and Prayer of the Day P: The Lord be with you.  C: And also with you. P: Let us pray. Living Lord, You have commanded us to preach repentance and forgiveness of sins to all nations. To fulfill this command, we ask You to clothe us with the power from on high, Your Holy Spirit, that we may carry the amazing message of Your resurrection to the ends of the earth; for You live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: Amen. First Reading – 1 Kings 3:5-14 At Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night, and God said, “Ask what I shall give you.” And Solomon said, “You have shown great and steadfast love to your servant David my father, because he walked before you in faithfulness, in righteousness, and in uprightness of heart toward you. And you have kept for him this great and steadfast love and have given him a son to sit on his throne this day. And now, O LORD my God, you have made your servant king in place of David my father, although I am but a little child. I do not know how to go out or come in. And your servant is in the midst of your people whom you have chosen, a great people, too many to be numbered or counted for multitude. Give your servant therefore an understanding mind to govern your people, that I may discern between good and evil, for who is able to govern this your great people?” It pleased the Lord that Solomon had asked this. And God said to him, “Because you have asked this, and have not asked for yourself long life or riches or the life of your enemies, but have asked for yourself understanding to discern what is right, behold, I now do according to your word. Behold, I give you a wise and discerning mind, so that none like you has been before you and none like you shall arise after you. I give you also what you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that no other king shall compare with you, all your days. And if you will walk in my ways, keeping my statutes and my commandments, as your father David walked, then I will lengthen your days.” P: This is the Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. Epistle – 1 John 3:1–7 See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Beloved, we are God’s children now, and what we will be has not yet appeared; but we know that when he appears we shall be like him, because we shall see him as he is. And everyone who thus hopes in him purifies himself as he is pure. Everyone who makes a practice of sinning also practices lawlessness; sin is lawlessness. You know that he appeared to take away sins, and in him there is no sin. No one who abides in him keeps on sinning; no one who keeps on sinning has either seen him or known him. Little children, let no one deceive you. Whoever practices righteousness is righteous, as he is righteous.  P: This is the Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. Holy Gospel – Luke 24:36-49 P: The Holy Gospel according to St. Luke, the twenty-fourth chapter. C: Glory to You, O Lord. As they were talking about these things, Jesus himself stood among them, and said to them, “Peace to you!” But they were startled and frightened and thought they saw a spirit. And he said to them, “Why are you troubled, and why do doubts arise in your hearts? See my hands and my feet, that it is I myself. Touch me, and see. For a spirit does not have flesh and bones as you see that I have.” And when he had said this, he showed them his hands and his feet. And while they still disbelieved for joy and were marveling, he said to them, “Have you anything here to eat?” They gave him a piece of broiled fish, and he took it and ate before them. Then he said to them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you, that everything written about me in the Law of Moses and the Prophets and the Psalms must be fulfilled.” Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures, and said to them, “Thus it is written, that the Christ should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead, and that repentance and forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things. And behold, I am sending the promise of my Father upon you. But stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high.” P: This is the Gospel of the Lord. C: Praise to You, O Christ. Apostles' Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life + everlasting. Amen. Children’s Hymn – God Is So Good (AGPS 107) God is so good, God is so good, God is so good, He’s so good to me. He cares for me, He cares for me, He cares for me, He’s so good to me. He answers prayer, He answers prayer, He answers prayer, He’s so good to me. Children’s Sermon – Tim Cosby  Hymn of the Day – Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise (LSB 802) Immortal, invisible, God only wise, In light inaccessible hid from our eyes, Most blessèd, most glorious, the Ancient of Days, Almighty, victorious, Thy great name we praise. Unresting, unhasting, and silent as light, Nor wanting, nor wasting, Thou rulest in might; Thy justice like mountains high soaring above Thy clouds which are fountains of goodness and love. To all life Thou givest—to both great and small— In all life Thou livest, the true Life of all; We blossom and flourish as leaves on the tree And wither and perish—but naught changes Thee. Great Father of glory, pure Father of light, Thine angels adore Thee, all veiling their sight; All laud we would render: O help us to see ’Tis only the splendor of light that hides Thee. Sermon  Offering   Offertory   Prayers + Celebrating birthdays this week: 15 - Jeanne Lipinski; 16 – Vicki Devenport; 19 – David Bentzinger Special Celebrations and Needs: + Church family members: Sherman Moore, dealing with circulatory issues and recovering from surgery; Janet Hurley, upon the return of her cancer; Sharon Gaal, recovering from surgery; family and friends of Hank Schlichter, upon his death; Julie Atwood-Wise, recovering from knee replacement surgery; Steve Albers, recovering from surgery; Vicki Lucas, recovering from a stroke; Ken Kight. + Friends of our congregation: Family of Dan Rich, extended family member to the Barberchecks, upon his sudden death on Easter Monday; Barbara Huggins, in rehab with a broken leg; Eddie, brother-in-law of Andrea Anderson, diagnosed with lymphoma of the uvula; Michael Becker, diagnosed with cancer; Don, friend of the Wehmueller family, with liver cancer; Rebecca Guion, daughter-in-law of Mary Guion. + Those who are homebound or in nursing facilities: Twylah Atwood, Mary Aufderheide, Jules Bush, Frank & Sharon Gaal, Mary Guion, Jerry & Jane Keathley, Cindy Smith, Shirley Williams + Sacrament + Preface P: The Lord be with you. C: And also with you. P: Lift up your hearts.  C: We lift them to the Lord. P: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. C: It is right to give Him thanks and praise. P: It is truly good, right, and salutary that we should at all times and in all places give thanks to You, Lord, our God, for You have refreshed us in the forgiveness of Christ. Pour out upon us the gift of Your spirit that with true thanksgiving we may receive the body and blood of our Lord as a guarantee of our salvation and as a foretaste of the feast to come in Your eternal kingdom. To You alone, O Father, be all glory, honor, and praise, together with the Son and Holy Spirit, now and forever. Lord’s Prayer Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven; give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen. The Words of Our Lord P: Our Lord Jesus Christ, on the night when He was betrayed, took bread, and when He had given thanks, He broke it and gave it to the disciples and said: “Take, eat; this is My + body, which is given for you. This do in remembrance of Me.” In the same way also He took the cup after supper, and when He had given thanks, He gave it to them, saying: “Drink of it, all of you; this cup is the new testament in My + blood, which is shed for you for the forgiveness of sins. This do, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.” Pax Domini  P: The peace of the Lord be with you always. C: Amen. Distribution  Distribution Hymn – Lord Jesus Christ, We Humbly Pray (LSB 623) Lord Jesus Christ, we humbly pray That we may feast on You today; Beneath these forms of bread and wine Enrich us with Your grace divine. Give us, who share this wondrous food, Your body broken and Your blood, The grateful peace of sins forgiv’n, The certain joys of heirs of heav’n. By faith Your Word has made us bold To seize the gift of love retold; All that You are we here receive, And all we are to You we give. One bread, one cup, one body, we, Rejoicing in our unity, Proclaim Your love until You come To bring Your scattered loved ones home. Lord Jesus Christ, we humbly pray: O keep us steadfast till that day When each will be Your welcomed guest In heaven’s high and holy feast. Blessing Post-Communion Collect P: Let us pray. Grant that Your Son’s body and blood, O Lord, which You have given us to eat and to drink, may abide in us; and let no stain of sin remain in us, whom this pure and holy Sacrament has refreshed; through the same Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. C: Amen. Benediction  P: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and + give you peace. C: Amen. Closing Hymn – Good Christian Friends, Rejoice and Sing (LSB 475) Good Christian friends, rejoice and sing! Now is the triumph of our King! To all the world glad news we bring: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! The Lord of life is ris’n this day; Bring flow’rs of song to strew His way; Let all the world rejoice and say: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! Praise we in songs of victory That love, that life which cannot die, And sing with hearts uplifted high: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! Your name we bless, O risen Lord, And sing today with one accord The life laid down, the life restored: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! Postlude  + WORSHIP LEADERS + Preacher/Celebrant/Liturgist – Pastor Scott Organist/Pianist – Seth Carruthers Lector – Jerry Nicolaus Communion – Jerry Nicolaus & Seminary Student Sound/Video – Paul Barbercheck Ushers – Judy George, Sandy Barbercheck, Jeanne Lipinski, Becci Sasser Greeters – Greg & Karen Frimel Altar flowers are giving by Joel & Marcia Hempel this morning “in appreciation for our church family” Acknowledgments Unless otherwise indicated, all scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

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Well Water Safety: Testing, Contaminants, and Treatment Solutions

If you rely on a private well for your water supply, well water testing is essential to ensure the safety of your drinking water, as well as for overall household use. Unlike municipal water sources, which undergo regular treatment and monitoring, private wells are the homeowner's responsibility. This means that potential contaminants – whether from natural sources, human activities, or well system malfunctions – may not be detected without proactive testing.

Well water can harbor various contaminants that might affect your health. Bacteria, like E. coli, can cause gastrointestinal illnesses, while nitrates pose a particular risk for infants. Heavy metals like lead and arsenic have links to developmental problems and long-term health risks. Other contaminants, including minerals and chemicals, might not cause immediate illness but can affect the taste, odor, or appearance of your water.

Regular well water testing is the only way to proactively identify these potential issues. By understanding what's in your water, you can make informed decisions about treatment options and protect your household's health.

Why Well Water Testing Matters

Common Contaminants and Health Risks

It's crucial to understand that even clear, pleasant-tasting well water can contain harmful contaminants. Here are some of the most concerning categories:

• Bacteria: Bacteria like coliform and E. coli can originate from septic systems or animal waste. They typically cause gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
• Nitrates: Nitrates often leach into groundwater from fertilizers, septic systems, or livestock operations. They're particularly dangerous for infants, leading to "blue baby syndrome" (methemoglobinemia), a condition that reduces the blood's ability to carry oxygen.
• Lead: Lead in drinking water often comes from corroded plumbing materials. Lead exposure can cause developmental delays and learning difficulties in children, and health problems in adults, including high blood pressure and kidney issues.
• Arsenic: Arsenic is a naturally occurring element found in some rock formations. Long-term arsenic exposure increases the risk of various cancers, including skin, bladder, and lung cancer.
• Radon: Radon is a radioactive gas that can seep into wells from underground sources. Exposure to radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking.
• Other Contaminants: Well water can also contain excessive minerals (hardness, iron), pesticides, industrial chemicals, and other contaminants with varying health effects.

Long-Term Health Considerations

Some contaminants may not cause immediate illness, but their effects can accumulate with long-term exposure. Regular well water testing is the best way to monitor these potential risks and take action to keep your water safe. Additionally, well water testing gives you a baseline so you can detect any changes in your water quality over time.

Peace of Mind

Knowing what's in your well water offers peace of mind. When you're sure your water is safe, you can confidently use it for drinking, cooking, bathing, and other household activities, ensuring your family's health and well-being.

When to Test Your Well Water

Recommended Testing Frequency

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends testing your well water at least annually for total coliform bacteria, nitrates, total dissolved solids, and pH levels. More frequent testing might be necessary depending on your area's risk factors or if you notice changes in your water.

Situations Requiring Immediate Testing

In addition to routine testing, schedule water testing immediately if you experience any of the following:

• New Well or Major Repairs: If you have a newly constructed well or have undergone significant repairs, testing ensures it's producing safe water.
• Changes in Water Quality: Changes in taste, odor, or appearance (cloudiness, unusual colors) can indicate contamination.
• Gastrointestinal Illness: If household members experience unexplained stomach issues, test for bacterial contamination.
• Infants or Pregnancy: Infants and pregnant women are more susceptible to waterborne contaminants, so extra precaution is vital.
• Malfunctioning Septic Systems: Issues with your septic system increase the risk of groundwater contamination near your well.
• Changes in Land Use: If new agricultural operations, industrial facilities, or other potential sources of contamination move near your property, prompt testing is warranted.

Staying Proactive

Remember, well water contamination isn't always obvious. Regular testing is a crucial part of responsible well ownership and ensures a safe drinking water supply for your household.

How to Get Your Well Water Tested

Types of Tests

• DIY Test Kits: Home testing kits provide a basic analysis for some common contaminants like bacteria, nitrates, and pH. These kits offer limited accuracy and shouldn't replace thorough professional testing.
• Professional Laboratories: Accredited laboratories offer comprehensive water testing services that analyze a wide range of contaminants, including bacteria, heavy metals, pesticides, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). They provide detailed reports and guidance on interpreting results.

Finding Reputable Labs

Choosing a certified laboratory is critical for accurate results and reliable recommendations. Here's how to find one:

• State Health or Environmental Departments: Contact your state health department or the equivalent environmental agency for a list of accredited water testing labs in your area.
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): The CDC provides resources for finding certified laboratories.
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): The EPA maintains a list of certified drinking water laboratories by state.

Understanding Your Test Results

Labs provide a detailed analysis of your water, including the levels of detected contaminants. Compare the results to the EPA's drinking water standards to determine if any contaminants exceed safe limits. Resources from agencies like the CDC and state health departments can help you interpret your results and determine the appropriate course of action.

What to Do If Your Well Water is Contaminated

Don't Panic

While concerning, most well water contamination issues are treatable. The first step is to understand the specific contaminants present, their potential health effects, and the appropriate remediation options.

Immediate Actions

• Stop Drinking the Water: If contaminants exceed safe levels, immediately stop drinking and using your well water for cooking or brushing teeth.
• Use Bottled Water: Use a reliable source of bottled water for drinking, cooking, and other essential needs until you implement a solution.

Seek Professional Guidance

• Contact Your Health Department: Consult your state or local health department for guidance tailored to the specific contaminant(s) found in your water. They can help you understand health risks and recommend next steps.
• Consult a Well Water Specialist: A certified well water contractor can assess your well system, identify potential contamination sources, and recommend treatment options.

Treatment Options

The best treatment solution depends on the type and level of contaminant(s). Some common options include:

• Filtration Systems: Various filters target specific contaminants like bacteria, nitrates, heavy metals, or minerals.
• Distillation: Distillation removes minerals, some metals, and effectively eliminates bacteria and viruses.
• Chlorination: Chlorination effectively kills bacteria and viruses but may not address other contaminants.
• Other Technologies: Technologies like reverse osmosis or ultraviolet (UV) light treatment offer solutions for a range of contaminants.

Choosing the Right Solution

Always consult with professionals to determine the most appropriate treatment system based on your test results, well characteristics, and household needs.

Well Maintenance for Safe Water

Alongside testing, regular well maintenance is crucial for protecting your water supply and extending the lifespan of your well system. Here's why it matters:

• Preventing Contamination: Well maintenance helps identify and address potential points of contamination before they affect your water quality.
• Ensuring System Functionality: Regular inspections catch mechanical issues early, preventing malfunctions that could compromise water safety or lead to costly repairs.
• Proactive Protection: Well maintenance empowers you to take proactive steps safeguarding your drinking water, rather than just reacting to problems as they arise.

Key Maintenance Practices

• Annual Inspections: Schedule yearly checkups with a qualified well contractor to inspect your well's casing, cap, and mechanical components.
• Proper Location and Construction: Follow guidelines for well placement at a safe distance from potential contamination sources (septic systems, livestock pens, etc.). Ensure your well is constructed according to standards, with a sanitary seal preventing surface runoff from entering.
• Protecting Your Wellhead: Maintain a clear area around your wellhead, keep it free of debris, and ensure the well cap is securely in place.
• Monitoring for Changes: Be observant. Report any changes in your water, unusual activity around your well, or damage to the well.
• Septic System Maintenance: Regularly pump and inspect your septic system to prevent malfunctions that could contaminate your well.

Safeguarding Your Well Water: Key Takeaways and Next Steps

Well water testing is an essential responsibility for private well owners. Regular testing identifies potential contaminants that may pose health risks, allowing you to make informed decisions about water treatment for safe consumption and household use. Understanding common contaminants, when to test, how to choose a lab, and simple maintenance practices significantly reduces risks and ensures ongoing access to safe drinking water.

Key Takeaways

• Well water, unlike municipal water, isn't regularly treated or monitored.
• Bacteria, nitrates, lead, arsenic, and other contaminants can jeopardize the safety of your water supply.
• Test your well at least annually, and more often if risk factors are present or you notice changes in your water.
• Professional water testing laboratories provide the most comprehensive analysis and guidance.
• Prioritize regular well inspections and maintenance to prevent contamination and protect your investment.

Don't take chances with your family's health. If you rely on a private well:

• Locate a certified water testing lab near you. Contact your state health department for resources as a starting point.
• Schedule your initial well water test. Discuss the details of the testing process and expected timeframe for results with your chosen lab.
• Consult a well water professional. Have a qualified contractor inspect your well system and offer advice on maintenance best practices.

By following these steps, you'll gain the peace of mind that comes from knowing your well water is safe and protecting the well-being of your household.

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Resources:

• How To Test For Well Water Contaminants - https://youtu.be/xctG-eAec2U
• Why You Should Test Your Well Water Annually - https://youtu.be/YGEpCzoGu8M
• How To Choose The Best Well Water Treatment System - https://youtu.be/tF_dXmbwQYs
• Is Your Well Water Safe? Essential Testing and What the Results Mean

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