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The volume of water in my well is another concern. Well is 60' deep, 30" casing, static water level is 20'. So that is 40' of water. How many gallons? Also, well produces 40 gpm + and only have 10 gpm pump so it would take long time to get out chlorine. My understanding is that it is not...

Hey guy, have been doing hours for reading and have a few questions. We all know how corrosive chlorine is, and also harmful to media beds, ex. Why can't you use hydrogen peroxide to shock treat a well and household plumbing? Is it as potentially corrosive/harmful? If it would work, how much...

I did notice what you described in the toilet tank. Ok, how do I know what kinda bacteria i'm dealing with? Is there any kinda of long term fix? Is it recommended to chlorinate the well? If so, how much should be used and in what kinda process. I'm guessing that it is most likely an iron...

Softner seems to be working great. The RO system does have a booster pump. OK now, how can i determine it is H2S for sure and how or what can one do to deal with it? Also, is it harmful to drink? I've taken H2S Alive coarse for oilfield work and know how dangerous it can be. I guess to...

Hey guys, great site. I'll start with a little history. New bored 30" well drilled Aug 27, 2008. Fiberglass crib, 60' deep, hit water at 38', static water level 22'. Well was clorinated immediately after dug and sat for 1 month. Well was pumped out for 6 hours at 20 gpm. Water level...