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You rely on your home’s water supply, whether it’s for drinking water or preparing meals. While water well drilling is a simple way to give your home a steady supply of fresh water, there may be times when the supply is compromised. During these periods, the government may issue a boil water advisory to ensure that you and your family have the clean water you need. At Luisier Drilling in Oconto Falls, WI, their staff wants to help you understand what to expect. They explain what a water boil advisory is and why you absolutely need to heed it until the restriction is lifted.

What Is a Boil Advisory Anyway?

Water Well DrillingWell water is pulled directly from the aquifer without undergoing conventional city water treatment. While typically healthy and free of contaminants that could lead to health problems, certain incidents may alter your water quality, even if you have a professional water well drilling company install your well. The government routinely tests the water for possible contaminants, relying on the water table rather than the municipal water supply for information. While small quantities are not enough to cause major health problems, these contaminants can become a real threat in higher quantities. When the water supply is compromised, the government will notify you, declaring a boil advisory for any water you plan on drinking. Boiling the water is enough to kill these harmful substances, leaving you with water that’s safe to drink.

What You Should Do

During a boil advisory, you’ll need to either drink only bottled water or boil tap water before drinking and cooking with it. If you choose to boil it, make sure the water reaches a rolling boil for at least one minute prior to turning off the heat. Then let the water cool before drinking. While you should be able to bathe using tap water during a boil advisory, you’ll need to be cautious and avoid getting water in your mouth. Make sure any water you use to brush your teeth, wash your face, or wash your dishes is purified by boiling before using it.

Whether you’re looking for a water well drilling team to install a new well or are worried about your home’s residential water systems, the team at Luisier Drilling is here to help. Their dedicated staff will work to ensure that your well is in good shape, no matter its age. Learn more about their well drilling service online and call (920) 848-5239 to schedule an assessment today.

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