How to Clean PVC Wells

Cleaning a PVC well casing is essential for maintaining the health of your family's water. Failing to keep a well clean will result in the growth of bacteria and slime formation. Consulting the information log associated with your well will remind you of the depth, shape and dimensions of the well. Draining or "moving" the existing water column in your well prior to cleaning will ensure you can reach all surface area of the PVC casing. Contact your city or county Department of Natural Resources, Division of Water, for information regarding your well log and the draining or temporary moving of well water.

Work gloves
Screwdriver
Poly-fiber well scrub brush with extended handle
Handle strap
Terry cloth fabric
Electrical tape

Instructions

- 1
  Slide on a pair of work gloves to protect your skin. Shut down power to the well prior to removal of the well cap. Unlatch and pry open the well cap with a screwdriver.
- 2
  Attach a handle strap to a poly-fiber bristle well scrub brush with an extended handle. Slide the handle strap around your wrist to ensure you hold onto the brush while you scrub.
- 3
  Insert the brush into the well. Move the well scrub brush up and down with medium to firm pressure. Continue up and down the entire length of the PVC casing.
- 4
  Remove the brush from the well. Rinse the brush with clean water.
- 5
  Wrap a terry cloth fabric around the bristles of the brush. Secure the upper edges of the terry cloth to the brush handle with electrical tape.
- 6
  Insert the brush all the way back down into the well casing. Move the brush up and down with medium pressure to swab the PVC casing. Remove the brush and discard the terry cloth. Reattach the well cap.

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