A WelGard® inspection is a basic check-up of your well equipment and how it delivers water into your home. An check-up can take anywhere from 1.5 to 3 hours. The goal is to make sure everything is safe, functional, and not at immediate risk of failure.

A well inspection will typically include:

1. Visual inspection of the well structure

The inspector looks at the wellhead (the part above ground), checking for cracks, damage, or anything that could let contaminants in. They’ll also make sure it’s properly sealed and sits high enough above ground to avoid runoff contamination.

2. Pump and pressure system check

Inspectors will test flow rate, pressure levels, and how often your pump cycles on and off. This helps spot issues like a failing pump or pressure tank problems.

3. Electrical components

An inspector will locate your wiring, control boxes, and connections to make sure everything is safe and functioning properly.

4. Well yield and recovery

Inspections include testing how quickly your well refills after water is used. This ensures a well is producing a consistent water supply.

5. System external and internal components

They’ll look at visual pipes and fittings to make sure everything is in good condition and properly connected.

6. Age and maintenance review

If well records are available, they will record the well’s permit #. This includes important information like installation date, depth, well type, an more. WelGard uses this information to pass along to technicians when future issues occur.