Well Inspections in Redlands
Wells in Redlands face unique challenges due to citrus belt alluvial deposits and local conditions. A thorough inspection identifies problems before they become emergencies.
What We Inspect in Redlands Wells
Well Casing & Construction
- Casing integrity: Check for cracks, corrosion, or damage (critical in citrus belt alluvial deposits)
- Well seal: Ensure sanitary seal is intact (prevents surface contamination)
- Depth verification: Confirm well depth matches records (Redlands wells typically 200-400ft)
- Screen condition: Check for sand infiltration (common in citrus belt 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 Redlands 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 (10-18 grains), nitrates, moderate TDS)
- Flow rate: Measure actual GPM vs. expected (10-25 GPM)
Redlands-Specific Inspection Focus
Because Redlands wells are in citrus belt alluvial deposits, we pay special attention to:
- Hard water, nitrates from historical citrus agriculture, most areas municipal water, aging agricultural wells on citrus ranches, declining water table
- Geological factors: citrus belt alluvial deposits can cause specific wear patterns
- Water quality: hard water (10-18 grains), nitrates, moderate TDS
When to Get a Redlands Well Inspection
- Real estate transactions: Required for buying/selling homes in South Redlands, East Redlands, University area, Mentone area, Crafton
- Annual maintenance: Recommended for all Redlands wells
- After problems: Following pump failure, contamination, or major repairs
- Pre-winter: Especially for high-elevation Redlands areas (elevation: 1,350ft)
- 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 Redlands Wells Need Regular Inspections
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.
These local factors mean Redlands wells are prone to: Hard water, nitrates from historical citrus agriculture, most areas municipal water, aging agricultural wells on citrus ranches, declining water table. Regular inspections catch these issues early.
Inspection Service Area
We inspect wells throughout Redlands, including South Redlands, East Redlands, University area, Mentone area, Crafton, and surrounding San Bernardino County areas.
Response time: 85 min from Ramona HQ, 70 min from Anza office.
Schedule a well inspection in Redlands
Call (760) 440-8520 or request inspection online.