Remove Bacteria From Your Well Water

When your well water test comes back with bacterial contamination, you need a controlled disinfection process that addresses the problem without leaving your household without safe water for days. Allied Water Services provides well chlorination and shock treatment to eliminate harmful microorganisms that can enter your well through surface runoff, equipment repairs, or seasonal changes in the water table.

This service involves introducing a precise concentration of chlorine solution into your well system, allowing it to circulate through the casing and surrounding aquifer, then flushing the system until the water runs clear and tests safe. The treatment targets coliform bacteria, E. coli, and other pathogens that standard filtration may not fully remove. We follow up with testing recommendations to confirm the treatment worked and help you understand whether the contamination was a one-time event or something that requires ongoing monitoring.

If you've received a water test showing bacterial presence or noticed changes in taste or odor, reach out to discuss treatment timing and what to expect during the process.

What to Expect When You Book

You can expect the treatment to take several hours from start to finish, depending on well depth and water volume. We begin by testing your current water conditions, then calculate the correct chlorine dosage based on your well's diameter and depth. The solution is introduced through the well cap, and we run water through every tap and fixture in your home to ensure the disinfectant reaches your entire plumbing system.

After the contact period, which typically lasts between 12 and 24 hours, Allied Water Services returns to flush the system until chlorine odor and taste are completely gone. You'll notice your water runs clear again, and any musty or sulfur-like odors tied to bacterial activity should be absent. We provide guidance on when it's safe to resume normal water use and recommend retesting within a week to confirm the contamination has been eliminated.

We also discuss preventive measures if your well is prone to seasonal contamination, such as improving your wellhead seal or scheduling routine treatments after heavy rainfall or flooding events. Some wells require shock treatment only once, while others benefit from annual or bi-annual disinfection depending on local soil conditions and groundwater quality. This service does not replace filtration systems, but it does address acute contamination that filtration alone may not resolve.

Homeowners often have questions about how chlorination works, how long it takes, and what happens if contamination returns after treatment.

If your water test results indicate bacterial contamination or you've noticed changes in water quality after storms or repairs, contact us to schedule a chlorination treatment and discuss follow-up testing to confirm your water is safe.