Well Water: What do you need to know?

People who are new to purchasing or building a home that has or will have a well for its water supply often feel vaguely uneasy about it. If they were used to being hooked up to the public system and never having to worry about water; where it's coming from, if there will always be enough of it, concerns about pollutants, it can help to take a little time to understand well systems, the importance of placement, and how to maintain them. With just a bit of planning and maintenance the well owner can relax. This publication from NC State University Dept of Soil Science can answer your questions about protecting your well water supply. http://www.soil.ncsu.edu/assist/homeassist/water/