Best for
- Total coliform
- E. coli
- Recurring bacterial risk after source correction
Well water treatment guide
UV Disinfection for private well water
Treatment should match confirmed lab results. Use this guide to understand where uv disinfection fits before you buy equipment.
Maintenance
Replace UV lamp annually and keep water clear enough for UV transmission.
Not a primary fix for
- Nitrate
- Arsenic
- Lead
- Cloudy water without pretreatment
Compare other treatment options
Reverse Osmosis
Best for: Nitrate, Arsenic, Lead.
Water Softener
Best for: Hardness, Scale, Some dissolved iron.
Iron Filter
Best for: Iron, Orange stains, Some manganese when designed correctly.
Acid Neutralizer
Best for: Low pH, Corrosive water, Blue-green copper stains.
Aeration
Best for: Hydrogen sulfide odor, Radon in water, Some volatile gases.
Shock Chlorination
Best for: One-time well disinfection, Coliform after well work, Biofilm reduction.
Activated Carbon
Best for: Taste, Odor, Some organic chemicals.
Keep your well history
Interpret once on the web. Track forever in the app.
Save test history, set annual reminders, compare results over time, and create a shareable report for your family or water professional.
Track treated water results in the app