What to Test For in San Bernardino Wells
The geology in San Bernardino — San Bernardino Valley alluvial deposits — directly determines what contaminants you're likely to find in your well water.
Common Contaminants in San Bernardino
Based on local geology and decades of testing San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino Valley alluvial deposits: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, industrial contamination concerns
Why San Bernardino Water Has These Issues
Large Inland Empire city. Mostly on municipal water. Very few private wells remaining - mainly outlying areas like Verdemont. Good alluvial valley yields where wells exist. County seat.
This geological context explains why San Bernardino wells commonly show: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, industrial contamination concerns.
Neighborhood-Specific Concerns
- North San Bernardino: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, industrial contamination concerns
- East San Bernardino: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, industrial contamination concerns
- Verdemont: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, industrial contamination concerns
- Muscoy: hard water (12-20 grains), nitrates, industrial contamination concerns
Our San Bernardino Water Testing Process
- Sample collection: We come to your San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino Wells
- Basic test: Bacteria, nitrates, pH, hardness, TDS
- Mineral panel: Iron, manganese, sulfate (critical for San Bernardino Valley alluvial deposits)
- Extended panel: Arsenic, uranium, radon (if applicable to your neighborhood)
When to Test Your San Bernardino Well
- Buying or selling a home in North San Bernardino, East San Bernardino, Verdemont, Muscoy, Del Rosa
- Annual testing (recommended for all San Bernardino wells)
- After pump repair or well service
- If you notice taste, odor, or staining issues
- After heavy rains or drought (affects San Bernardino Valley alluvial deposits aquifers)
Schedule water testing in San Bernardino
Call (760) 440-8520 or request service online.