Well Water Treatment
Safe, Clean Well Water Starts with Testing
If your home is on a private well, you are responsible for the quality and safety of your drinking water. Unlike municipal systems, private wells are not regulated or routinely monitored by a public utility.
At Meridian Plumbing, Heating & Air, we specialize in well water treatment solutions but before we recommend any system, proper testing is required.
Water testing ensures:
The correct treatment system is selected
Systems are installed in the proper order
Performance expectations are clearly set
Equipment lifespan and warranty requirements are protected
Every well is different. Testing allows us to design a system that fits your specific water conditions.
Why Annual Well Water Testing Matters
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) recommends that private drinking water wells be tested at least once per year.
Common contaminants found in Idaho groundwater include:
Nitrate
Total coliform bacteria
Arsenic
Iron (Fe)
Iron bacteria
Manganese
Uranium
Hydrogen sulfide (if odor is present)
Many of these contaminants are naturally occurring in groundwater and may not be visible or obvious without testing.
Routine testing provides clarity and peace of mind.
How to Properly Collect a Well Water Sample
For accurate results:
Take samples from the well head, outside hydrant, or before water enters your home’s plumbing
Collect the sample before any existing treatment systems
Deliver the sample within 24 hours
Protect the sample from freezing
Once results are available, they can be emailed to:
We will review the findings and recommend appropriate treatment options if needed.
Recommended Testing Location
Samples can be delivered to:
Analytical Laboratories
1804 N 33rd Street
Boise, ID 83703
208-342-5515
Customized Well Water Treatment Solutions
After testing, we may recommend solutions such as:
Iron and manganese filtration
Nitrate or arsenic reduction systems
UV purification
Sediment filtration
Water softening
Hydrogen sulfide odor treatment
Our goal is simple: properly treated water, designed specifically for your well.
Call today to schedule a well water consultation.