Here’s the part people forget: regular testing. You don’t just fix the problem and assume it’s gone forever, like that ex you blocked on social media. Coliform can come back if your well cap cracks again, or if a heavy storm floods the area. Test your water at least twice a year—once in spring after the snow melts, and once in fall after heavy rains. I keep a calendar reminder on my phone labeled “Water Mood Check.” It sounds silly, but it’s saved me from drinking bacteria-infused tap water more than once.
Also, test after any major event: a nearby construction project, a flood, or even a drought that dries up the ground and shifts your well casing. Think of it like a health checkup for your house. A $30 test kit can save you thousands in medical bills and the sheer annoyance of boiling every drop of water for tea. Trust me, nobody wants to boil water just to wash their face. That’s a camping activity, not a lifestyle.
