What to Test For in Hemet Wells
The geology in Hemet — San Jacinto Valley alluvium (valley) and granite (hills) — directly determines what contaminants you're likely to find in your well water.
Common Contaminants in Hemet
Based on local geology and years of testing Hemet wells, here's what we typically find:
- Water hardness: 15-25 grains — this causes scale buildup on fixtures, water heaters, and appliances
- Total Dissolved Solids (TDS): 500-1200 ppm — affects taste and can indicate other contaminants
- Specific to San Jacinto Valley alluvium (valley) and granite (hills): very hard water (15-25 grains), high TDS
Why Hemet Water Has These Issues
Large retirement community. Many older wells from original ranch properties. Close to SCWS Anza office. Diamond Valley Lake nearby.
This geological context explains why Hemet wells commonly show: very hard water (15-25 grains), high TDS.
Neighborhood-Specific Concerns
- Florida Ave corridor: very hard water (15-25 grains), high TDS
- East Hemet: very hard water (15-25 grains), high TDS
- Diamond Valley: very hard water (15-25 grains), high TDS
- Winchester: very hard water (15-25 grains), high TDS
Our Hemet Water Testing Process
- Sample collection: We come to your Hemet property and collect samples from the well
- Laboratory analysis: Certified lab tests for bacteria, minerals, metals, and contaminants
- Results interpretation: We explain what the numbers mean for your specific property
- Treatment recommendations: Based on your water quality, we recommend filtration, softening, or other treatment
Recommended Tests for Hemet Wells
- Basic test: Bacteria, nitrates, pH, hardness, TDS
- Mineral panel: Iron, manganese, sulfate (critical for San Jacinto Valley alluvium (valley) and granite (hills))
- Extended panel: Arsenic, uranium, radon (if applicable to your neighborhood)
When to Test Your Hemet Well
- Buying or selling a home in Florida Ave corridor, East Hemet, Diamond Valley, Winchester, Sage
- Annual testing (recommended for all Hemet wells)
- After pump repair or well service
- If you notice taste, odor, or staining issues
- After heavy rains or drought (affects San Jacinto Valley alluvium (valley) and granite (hills) aquifers)
Schedule water testing in Hemet
Call (760) 440-8520 or request service online.