What to Test For in Perris Wells
The geology in Perris — Perris Valley alluvial deposits — directly determines what contaminants you're likely to find in your well water.
Common Contaminants in Perris
Based on local geology and decades of testing Perris wells, here's what we typically find:
- Water hardness: 12-20 grains — this causes scale buildup on fixtures, water heaters, and appliances
- Total Dissolved Solids (TDS): 450-900 ppm — affects taste and can indicate other contaminants
- Specific to Perris Valley alluvial deposits: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, high TDS in some areas
Why Perris Water Has These Issues
Growing Riverside County city. Lake Perris recreation area. Hot summers. Fast-growing with many new developments. Good alluvial well yields from valley floor. Mix of residential and agricultural.
This geological context explains why Perris wells commonly show: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, high TDS in some areas.
Neighborhood-Specific Concerns
- East Perris: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, high TDS in some areas
- West Perris: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, high TDS in some areas
- Lake Perris area: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, high TDS in some areas
- May Farms: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, high TDS in some areas
Our Perris Water Testing Process
- Sample collection: We come to your Perris 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 Perris Wells
- Basic test: Bacteria, nitrates, pH, hardness, TDS
- Mineral panel: Iron, manganese, sulfate (critical for Perris Valley alluvial deposits)
- Extended panel: Arsenic, uranium, radon (if applicable to your neighborhood)
When to Test Your Perris Well
- Buying or selling a home in East Perris, West Perris, Lake Perris area, May Farms, Nuevo area
- Annual testing (recommended for all Perris wells)
- After pump repair or well service
- If you notice taste, odor, or staining issues
- After heavy rains or drought (affects Perris Valley alluvial deposits aquifers)
Schedule water testing in Perris
Call (760) 440-8520 or request service online.