What to Test For in Lakeside Wells
The geology in Lakeside — alluvial (San Diego River) over granite — directly determines what contaminants you're likely to find in your well water.
Common Contaminants in Lakeside
Based on local geology and decades of testing Lakeside wells, here's what we typically find:
- Water hardness: 8-16 grains — this causes scale buildup on fixtures, water heaters, and appliances
- Total Dissolved Solids (TDS): 300-600 ppm — affects taste and can indicate other contaminants
- Specific to alluvial (San Diego River) over granite: variable — cleaner in alluvial, harder in granite
Why Lakeside Water Has These Issues
San Diego River corridor. El Capitan Reservoir nearby influences groundwater. Mix of horse properties and rural residential. Some of the best alluvial well sites in east county.
This geological context explains why Lakeside wells commonly show: variable — cleaner in alluvial, harder in granite.
Neighborhood-Specific Concerns
- Lakeside proper: variable — cleaner in alluvial, harder in granite
- Winter Gardens: variable — cleaner in alluvial, harder in granite
- Eucalyptus Hills: variable — cleaner in alluvial, harder in granite
- Moreno Valley: variable — cleaner in alluvial, harder in granite
Our Lakeside Water Testing Process
- Sample collection: We come to your Lakeside 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 Lakeside Wells
- Basic test: Bacteria, nitrates, pH, hardness, TDS
- Mineral panel: Iron, manganese, sulfate (critical for alluvial (San Diego River) over granite)
- Extended panel: Arsenic, uranium, radon (if applicable to your neighborhood)
When to Test Your Lakeside Well
- Buying or selling a home in Lakeside proper, Winter Gardens, Eucalyptus Hills, Moreno Valley, Blossom Valley
- Annual testing (recommended for all Lakeside wells)
- After pump repair or well service
- If you notice taste, odor, or staining issues
- After heavy rains or drought (affects alluvial (San Diego River) over granite aquifers)
Schedule water testing in Lakeside
Call (760) 440-8520 or request service online.