What to Test For in Redlands Wells
The geology in Redlands — citrus belt alluvial deposits — directly determines what contaminants you're likely to find in your well water.
Common Contaminants in Redlands
Based on local geology and decades of testing Redlands wells, here's what we typically find:
- Water hardness: 10-18 grains — this causes scale buildup on fixtures, water heaters, and appliances
- Total Dissolved Solids (TDS): 400-800 ppm — affects taste and can indicate other contaminants
- Specific to citrus belt alluvial deposits: hard water (10-18 grains), nitrates, moderate TDS
Why Redlands Water Has These Issues
Historic citrus belt city. University of Redlands. Victorian architecture. Mostly on municipal water but outlying areas (Mentone, Crafton) use wells. Good alluvial yields. Near San Bernardino Mountains foothills.
This geological context explains why Redlands wells commonly show: hard water (10-18 grains), nitrates, moderate TDS.
Neighborhood-Specific Concerns
- South Redlands: hard water (10-18 grains), nitrates, moderate TDS
- East Redlands: hard water (10-18 grains), nitrates, moderate TDS
- University area: hard water (10-18 grains), nitrates, moderate TDS
- Mentone area: hard water (10-18 grains), nitrates, moderate TDS
Our Redlands Water Testing Process
- Sample collection: We come to your Redlands 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 Redlands Wells
- Basic test: Bacteria, nitrates, pH, hardness, TDS
- Mineral panel: Iron, manganese, sulfate (critical for citrus belt alluvial deposits)
- Extended panel: Arsenic, uranium, radon (if applicable to your neighborhood)
When to Test Your Redlands Well
- Buying or selling a home in South Redlands, East Redlands, University area, Mentone area, Crafton
- Annual testing (recommended for all Redlands wells)
- After pump repair or well service
- If you notice taste, odor, or staining issues
- After heavy rains or drought (affects citrus belt alluvial deposits aquifers)
Schedule water testing in Redlands
Call (760) 440-8520 or request service online.