Well Inspections in Barstow
Wells in Barstow face unique challenges due to deep desert basin alluvium and local conditions. A thorough inspection identifies problems before they become emergencies.
What We Inspect in Barstow Wells
Well Casing & Construction
- Casing integrity: Check for cracks, corrosion, or damage (critical in deep desert basin alluvium)
- Well seal: Ensure sanitary seal is intact (prevents surface contamination)
- Depth verification: Confirm well depth matches records (Barstow wells typically 200-600ft)
- Screen condition: Check for sand infiltration (common in deep desert basin alluvium)
Pump System
- Pump performance: Flow rate test (should be 10-30 GPM)
- Motor condition: Amp draw, voltage, running temperature
- Pump depth: Verify setting is appropriate for Barstow water table
- Drop pipe: Check for leaks, corrosion, or age-related failure
Pressure & Storage
- Pressure tank: Check pre-charge, waterlogging, bladder condition
- Pressure switch: Test cut-in/cut-out settings
- Storage tanks: Inspect condition if applicable (common in Julian, Anza for low-yield wells)
Water Quality
- Visual inspection: Check for sediment, rust, odor
- Testing: Bacteria, hardness, TDS, specific contaminants (very hard water (18-30 grains), extremely high TDS, occasional arsenic)
- Flow rate: Measure actual GPM vs. expected (10-30 GPM)
Barstow-Specific Inspection Focus
Because Barstow wells are in deep desert basin alluvium, we pay special attention to:
- Extreme hard water (18-30 grains), TDS often >1500, arsenic contamination, extreme heat damaging equipment, very remote location, expensive softening/RO mandatory
- Geological factors: deep desert basin alluvium can cause specific wear patterns
- Water quality: very hard water (18-30 grains), extremely high TDS, occasional arsenic
When to Get a Barstow Well Inspection
- Real estate transactions: Required for buying/selling homes in North Barstow, South Barstow, Lenwood, Daggett area, Marine Corps Logistics Base
- Annual maintenance: Recommended for all Barstow wells
- After problems: Following pump failure, contamination, or major repairs
- Pre-winter: Especially for high-elevation Barstow areas (elevation: 2,100ft)
- Drought assessment: Check well capacity during low water table periods
Our Inspection Report Includes
- Complete well specifications (depth, casing diameter, pump setting)
- Flow rate and pressure measurements
- Water quality test results
- Pump system performance data
- Photos of key components
- Recommendations for repairs or upgrades
- Estimated remaining lifespan of major components
Why Barstow Wells Need Regular Inspections
VERY REMOTE Mojave Desert city. Major I-15 / I-40 junction. EXTREME HEAT (110°F+ summers). Railroad and military town. Mining area. Good well yields but terrible water quality. Far from SCWS offices - extreme service area edge.
These local factors mean Barstow wells are prone to: Extreme hard water (18-30 grains), TDS often >1500, arsenic contamination, extreme heat damaging equipment, very remote location, expensive softening/RO mandatory. Regular inspections catch these issues early.
Inspection Service Area
We inspect wells throughout Barstow, including North Barstow, South Barstow, Lenwood, Daggett area, Marine Corps Logistics Base, and surrounding San Bernardino County areas.
Response time: 140 min from Ramona HQ, 120 min from Anza office.
Schedule a well inspection in Barstow
Call (760) 440-8520 or request inspection online.