Well Inspections in Perris
Wells in Perris face unique challenges due to Perris Valley alluvial deposits and local conditions. A thorough inspection identifies problems before they become emergencies.
What We Inspect in Perris Wells
Well Casing & Construction
- Casing integrity: Check for cracks, corrosion, or damage (critical in Perris Valley alluvial deposits)
- Well seal: Ensure sanitary seal is intact (prevents surface contamination)
- Depth verification: Confirm well depth matches records (Perris wells typically 200-400ft)
- Screen condition: Check for sand infiltration (common in Perris Valley alluvial deposits)
Pump System
- Pump performance: Flow rate test (should be 10-25 GPM)
- Motor condition: Amp draw, voltage, running temperature
- Pump depth: Verify setting is appropriate for Perris 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 (hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, high TDS in some areas)
- Flow rate: Measure actual GPM vs. expected (10-25 GPM)
Perris-Specific Inspection Focus
Because Perris wells are in Perris Valley alluvial deposits, we pay special attention to:
- Hard water, nitrates from agriculture, declining water table from rapid growth, aging agricultural wells, TDS creeping up in some areas
- Geological factors: Perris Valley alluvial deposits can cause specific wear patterns
- Water quality: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, high TDS in some areas
When to Get a Perris Well Inspection
- Real estate transactions: Required for buying/selling homes in East Perris, West Perris, Lake Perris area, May Farms, Nuevo area
- Annual maintenance: Recommended for all Perris wells
- After problems: Following pump failure, contamination, or major repairs
- Pre-winter: Especially for high-elevation Perris areas (elevation: 1,400ft)
- 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 Perris Wells Need Regular Inspections
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.
These local factors mean Perris wells are prone to: Hard water, nitrates from agriculture, declining water table from rapid growth, aging agricultural wells, TDS creeping up in some areas. Regular inspections catch these issues early.
Inspection Service Area
We inspect wells throughout Perris, including East Perris, West Perris, Lake Perris area, May Farms, Nuevo area, and surrounding Riverside County areas.
Response time: 50 min from the Ramona shop, 35 min from Anza office.
Schedule a well inspection in Perris
Call (760) 440-8520 or request inspection online.