When buying an Arizona home with a shared water well, there are certain considerations to keep in mind. Many homebuyers have questions and concerns about shared wells when they’ve never lived in a house that shares a water well. By definition, a shared well is a water well that services two or more homes for residential purposes.
If you are consider buying a home that has a shared well, there are a few important things to keep in mind:
Is there an existing shared well agreement? Is it up to date? Accurate?
What are the monthly operating costs?
Are there any built-in contingencies for remediation, repairs, maintenance, and quality testing?
Are there any restrictions placed on your system? For instance, does the shared well agreement prohibit the use of swimming pools? Or does it prohibit
Are there records of periodic inspections and repairs?
inspect the well prior to the purchase
A well inspection is not a legal requirement to purchase a home but
It is important to note, that Arizona home inspectors do not conduct inspections of water wells. They inspect every square inch of the home but not the well. Therefore, the well could have serious problems and you would never know!
It is imperative that a shared well is functionig properly, otherwise dozens of people may be without water!
Specification of the cost involved to share your pump in regards to power, repairing, testing and inspecting.
Requirement for corrective courses of action if testing reveals a deficiency.
Prohibit the use of the well water by any party for any reasons other than for bona fide domestic usage.
No additional residences may connect and use of the water.
disclosure forms provided by AZ realtors
The Arizona Association of Realtors as a trade association has enacted standards for the management of all exempt wells in the state of Arizona during sales and transfer of real estate. This fantastic idea is being done by the Realtors association without authorization by the Arizona Legislature or ADWR.
The Arizona Realtors group has authorized and put into place two forms that all Realtors must use to inform buyers of real estate served by private water wells. They must be used for each transaction involving private or shared water wells. They are the Domestic Water Well Addendum and the Domestic Water Well Water Use Addendum Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement. They promulgated these forms because it is essential information necessary for the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of home buyers relying on exempt wells.
The first, the addendum, must be signed by both the seller and the buyer. This informs the buyer that the Arizona home is supplied with water from a residential water well. The second form, the disclosure statement, provides the buyer with the best detailed information about the well that the seller can provide. Most well owners are not familiar with the information requested on the form. The “best information that the seller can provide” is what a buyer gets from this form.
prepare early to avoid delays in closing
A proper shared well agreement requires the signatures from the owners of each property that will be receiving water from the well. Hammering out the details of the agreement can be an incredible hassle. Sometimes a homeowner will dig in their heels over a certain provision. The back and forth can cause the sale to be delayed if the parties do not plan accordingly.
the importance of maintaining proper shared well records
Shared well agreements and their records can often become more and more innacurate. New owners will began accessing the well without written record or the parcel size / shape is changed because it has been split.
If you are looking to draft a new shared well agreement or make amendments to an existing shared well agreement, then contact us at 480-702-1608 or message us HERE.
* The information provided is informational only, does not constitute legal advice, and will not create an attorney-client or attorney-prospective client relationship. Additionally, the Dunaway Law Group, PLC limits its practice to the State of Arizona.
Our earth is a water planet, but only a very small fraction of the world’s water is fresh and/or located where it is needed. Groundwater resources are important to Arizona but are being depleted because pumping exceeds the rate at which natural recharge replenishes the supply. Wise water management and the implementation of water conservation methods are necessary to conserve local water resources, to sustain growth, and preserve health and the Environment. For the domestic well owner, knowledge of the vulnerability of their well, the importance of water quality monitoring, and appropriate well maintenance is necessary to assure drinking water availability and sustainable supply into the future.
WELL MAINTENANCE
If you are among the hundreds of thousands of Arizonians who rely on a private well system for your water supply, then it is imperative you create a maintenance schedule and method for record keeping. Set a maintenance schedule to test your water in to inspect your well, water treatment, and septic systems.
In Arizona, domestic wells–private and/or shared–are not overseen or regulated by any state, county or local agency. The well owner or manager has the full responsibility for maintaining the ownership status of the well with the Arizona Department of Water Resources, the operating performance of the well, and for the checking the quality of the water that comes from that well.
CREATING A WELL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Set a maintenance schedule to inspect and test your well water, septic system, and water treatment. Private water supply systems require routine maintenance. These simple steps will help protect your well water system:
Perform annual tests for a minimum of bacteria.
Test your water anytime there is a change in taste, odor or appearance or someone is ill or pregnant.
Keep hazardous chemicals, distinct, fertilizer, pesticides and motor oil, far away from your well.
Periodically check your bill headed for damages in the well cap.
Allow only grass to grow around your well. Other plants can have longer roots and can damage your well casing.
Take care when working and mowing around your well. Damage to the casing can jeopardize the sanitary protection of your well. Don’t pile snow, leaves or other materials around your well.
Always keep it up using the maintenance and water testing logs in a manual.
The safety and purity of drinking water and the efficient operation of your well system depends on a properly organized maintenance schedule. Protect your investment in quality water supply through regular inspection, testing and repair. Similar to maintenance and repair on your car.
Gather a comprehensive history on your well and water quality. If you don’t already have a well log or well record, it’s not too late to start.
Inspect the water well several times a year. Check the condition of the well covering, casing and well cap to make sure all are in good repair, leaving no cracks or another open points for potential debris and pollutants.
Have the well system, including the pump, storage tank, pipes and valves, and water flow inspected every five years by a licensed well contractor. However, if you have no inspection record and cannot determine the age of the well, have it inspected immediately by a licensed well contractor. A properly maintained well usually has a serviceable life of more than 20 years.
SCHEDULE WATER TESTING
As a private well owner, you are responsible for the upkeep of your well and the quality of water it produces. While a loan provider or real estate company may require a water quality test, there are no federal or state laws that require a well owner to have their well tested. This means that while public water systems must meet certain water quality standards in order to provide safe, notable drinking water for their customers, well owners are solely responsible for testing their water, in order to protect the health of anyone who drinks it.
When should you have your water tested? Have you water tested when you purchase a property, annually, and when necessary.
To keep your well water clean and well operating at peak performance, regular water testing is a must. Private well owners are solely responsible for the quality of their drinking water. So, it is up to you, how and when to test your water.
Do not construct or locate anything above or near the well that may pollute the well water. A.R.S. 45-596(f)(2) requires that septic tanks are located more than 100 feet from water wells.
The most visible portion of your drinking water system is the wellhead, the structure built over the well to protect its various parts. The wellhead is your first line of defense to prevent pollutants from entering your drinking water system. The wellhead protects the well casing, which is the lining of the well, and the well cap, which provides a tight-fitting seal at the top of the well. Inspect your wellhead regularly to make sure these elements are in good condition. By protecting your wellhead, you will help ensure the quality of your water supply.
Schedule Septic System Maintenance
Set a maintenance schedule to inspect and test your septic system. Keep records of maintenance, test results, and repairs to help your contractor with future repairs. To avoid well contamination, septic tanks should be pumped every three to five years based on use and family size. Inspect septic tank each year for capacity and leaks. Repair the tank or drain field system as needed to prevent leaks of bacteria and nutrients into groundwater. Faulty septic system poses a serious threat to the quality of your drinking water and can require expensive repairs.
At a minimum, well water should be tested every year for bacteria, the most common water quality problem.
What well water records should be kept? Keep records of maintenance, test results, and repairs to help your contractor with future repairs.
What Well Records Should be Kept? Copies of the well share agreements, electricity usage, bank account balances.
How & Where Should the Well Records be Kept? Ideally, the records will be kept online, where they can easily be updated and accessed by all parties to the well share agreement. In addition to keeping copies of all the well record forms submitted to the Arizona Department of Water Resources, well owners should keep a summary of their well construction and maintenance activities.
To assist in this task a well maintenance record form can be found by clicking HERE. This form lists and groups the types of information necessary for the efficient up-keep and repair. When a water pump is exchanged then it is to be reported to the ADWR. See ADWR Online Pump Completion Report (azwater.gov)
If you have questions about maintaining well records then contact the Dunaway Law Group at 480-702-1608 or [email protected]
* The information provided is informational only, does not constitute legal advice, and will not create an attorney-client or attorney-prospective client relationship. Additionally, the Dunaway Law Group, PLC limits its practice to the State of Arizona.
Drilling a water well in Arizona can be astronomically expensive and requires following a specific set of steps.
Licensed Well Drillers
Water well drilling must be performed by a contractor licensed by the Arizona Registrar of Contractors.
water well construction standards
There are a few minimum well construction standards mandated by ADWR for domestic well construction (A.R.S. 45-594) and the initial reporting by the well driller. Water well drillers are licensed by the ADWR by A.R.S. 45-595 and they are required to submit only basic well construction information. There are no regulations, or standards of performance, or previous work experience requirements by the ADWR, however, for the well and pump contractors who equip and service private wells in Arizona. Maintaining well ownership, performance and equipping records with the ADWR is the sole responsibility of the registered well owner.
If you have questions about drilling shared wells in Arizona, then contact the Dunaway Law Group at 480-702-1608 or message us HERE.
* The information provided is informational only, does not constitute legal advice, and will not create an attorney-client or attorney-prospective client relationship. Additionally, the Dunaway Law Group, PLC limits its practice to the State of Arizona.
Traditionally, the parties to a well share agreement have a joint checking account used specifically for paying the well electricity and repairs. Usually, each property owner pays a flat amount to cover the cost of the electricity and to set aside money for repairs.
purpose of the well share Bank account
A well share bank account can help the parties save a little each month to cover the cost of expensive repairs.
1. Pay the Electricity Costs for the Well
Electric pumps are typically used to bring water to the surface. Traditionally, there is a single electricity meter attached to the pump. This means that it is easy to know the monthly electricity bill, however, it does not tell you how much electricity was used by a particular homeowner. This is why most most well share agreements require each homeowner to pay a flat amount of electricity.
2. Save for Major Repairs to the Water Well
The second major reason homeowners use a joint checking account is to set aside a little money each month for major repairs to the well. With this nest egg, no one is left scrambling to come up with the money.
Major repairs may include replacing a pump, fixing a leak, or even drilling a well deeper.
Open the Bank Account Now– Even if the well share agreement is not finalized it is not too early to open the shared bank account.
Specific Purpose– The well share bank account should not be used for any other purpose than maintaining the water well.
Equal Access to the Bank Statements– Ask the bank to send a statement to each homeowner. This way, every homeowner can verify that the electricity bill is being paid and how much money has accumulated in the account.
Failure to Properly Identify the Terms of Use and Maintenance Liabilities Can Lead to Future Misunderstanding and Disputes
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To keep your well water clean and well operating at peak performance, regular water testing is a must. Private well owners are solely responsible for the quality of their drinking water. So, it is up to you, how and when to test your water.
Initial Water Testing
When a new well is drilled.
If there is no record of testing.
You’re buying a home with a well.
2. Annual Water Testing
At a minimum, well water should be tested every year.
3. Intermediate Testing of Well Water: The well water should be tested immediately if;
You install a treatment system.
There is a sudden change in taste, color, or odor.
Someone in the home is pregnant or nursing.
Failure of a septic system.
After a flooding event.
Someone in the home has a sudden, unexplained illness.
what contaminants should be tested
In Arizona, private well owners are responsible for the upkeep of their well and the quality of water it produces. While a loan provider or real estate company may require a water quality test, there are no federal or state laws that require a well owner to have their well tested. This means that Arizona well owners are solely responsible for testing their water, in order to protect the health of anyone who drinks it.
CONTAMINANTS IN your WELL WATER
Contaminants in well water may be present due to a variety of sources. Some may be present due to human sources, while others may occur naturally. Some contaminants, such as dissolved metals and nitrates, may be present due to both human and natural sources. It is important to remember that the presence of a contaminant in groundwater does not necessarily mean it will impact human health. The duration of exposure (i.e., how long you have been drinking and/ or cooking with the water), the concentration of the contaminant, your health, and many other “puzzle pieces” factor into whether a contaminant can make you ill.
Bacteria in Your Well Water
Coliform bacteria can be found naturally in the environment. They can also be present in the digestive systems of animals and humans. The bacteria themselves are unlikely to cause illness; instead, they are used to indicate the presence of other bacteria, viruses, or parasites that could make you ill. The specific presence of E. coli in well water is usually an indicator of fecal or sewage contamination, which can make you sick. It is important to discuss sampling and analyzing your well water for bacteria.
Nitrates in Your Well Water
Nitrates can occur naturally in groundwater and are usually found at levels that do not cause health problems. However, high levels of nitrates found in well water may be present due to contamination. This contamination may be from an over-application fertilizer, a leaking septic system (or one that is too close to the well), and animal waste. Nitrates can interfere with the body’s ability to properly distribute oxygen. This can be particularly concerning for infants or young children. “Blue Baby Syndrome” can occur when an infant ingests high concentration of nitrates, which can cause the skin to become discolored to a pale gray or blueish color). At high enough concentrations, nitrates can affect the nervous system or even cause death.
Arsenic in Your Well Water
Arsenic occurs naturally in the environment and can also be present in groundwater due to human activities. Arsenic is one of the most commonly occurring contaminants in Arizona’s groundwater and long-term exposure can cause skin problems and cancer. Many of the highest known concentrations of arsenic are located in the Southwestern portion of the Arizona.
Fluoride in Your Well Water
Fluoride is found in elevated concentrations across Arizona, particularly in some aquifers in the southern parts of the state. Though floride promotes healthy bones and teeth, too much fluoride in water can damage bones and cause tooth discoloration.
Radon in Your Well Water
Radon is an odorless, tasteless gas that cannot be seen or smelled. It forms when a radioactive metal, like radium, decays in rocks. The gas can dissolve into groundwater and could be present in drinking water from a private well. Radon gas can be released into the air when the water is used for domestic purposes. When inhaled, radon can increase the risk of lung cancer, and is the number one cause in non-smokers.
Salinity of Your Well Water
Many parts of Arizona’s groundwater sources have elevated levels of total dissolved solids that adversely affect household uses. Recommended water treatment options are also provided that may help manage well water quality.
INDICATIONS THAT YOUR WELL WATER NEEDS TREATMENT
Well owners may select water treatment options based on one, or more, of the four general symptoms shown in has a detailed contaminant-specific list of water quality issues with causes and suggested treatments. These symptoms affect water quality, are nuisances, and usually require some form of water treatment. But other more serious health-threatening contaminants may be present in well water such as arsenic, nitrate, and pesticides that cannot be seen, tasted or smelled.
TREATMENTS
To assist in the well water treatment selection, each with options depending on the quality of the water. The treatment sequence is important, and in most cases only one treatment step will be needed, but in others two or more steps may be needed and should be installed in order. For example, the water may first need to be filtered prior to chemical treatment. Aside from the symptoms described, it is important to test and measure the concentration of the contaminant to properly size the treatment option. After the installation of the system, a follow-up water test should be done to evaluate efficiency of contaminant removal. For example, arsenic treatment systems may remove only 80 percent of the contaminant, but the initial concentration may be such that you may need two systems in-line to assure safe water.
Particle and Microfiltration Gravity-fed sand filters are capable of filtering soil particles and some types of pathogens when the filter is properly designed and maintained. ‘Natural’ filtration occurs as water infiltrates through the soils to the aquifer through a combination of physical, chemical, and biological processes within the environment. Well water filters may combine several layers of sand and coarser material to reproduce this natural process. Sand filters can be scaled to filter large volumes of well water but require periodic maintenance and monitoring to assure constant flows and water quality. Particle sand filters can also be effective in reducing the levels of bacteria and viruses in water.
Closed system (pressurized) sand filters are used in swimming pools to remove lime scale residues, but these are typically not used for drinking water treatment. Cartridge-based filters offer a practical solution of well water filtration since these can be installed in line without exposing the water to air and remain under pressure. Surface or screen filters, such as alumina and ceramic filters, can be used for particle and microfiltration depending on their pore size. Depth filters have a thick filter medium mostly made from synthetic polymeric materials fibers spun in different patterns to produce different size openings. These filters can also be used for particle and micro filtration. When possible, filters should be located indoors to avoid extreme temperature changes and cleaned or replaced regularly to prevent the formation of unwanted biofilms that can quickly clog fiber filters. Micro filters are usually rated using an absolute size cut-off, usually 1 micron or less. They are used to filter out pathogens like Giardia and Cryptosporidium, bacteria, some types of viruses, and fine soil and plant matter particles. These filters are not recommended for outdoor use and require frequent back flushing to control membrane fouling. They should be used after particle filtration to prevent early clogging.
Activated Carbon This popular method of home water treatment is a form of ultrafiltration. Activated carbon filters lower the levels of dissolved organic contaminants from water but the mechanism of removal is a combination of physical and chemical processes. Activated charcoal filters contain cylinders of finely ground and compacted, chemically treated coconut shell (or other hardwood) charcoal. Carbon filters are commonly used to reduce the levels of residual chlorine taste if you are on municipal water, but are efficient in reducing odors, pesticides, solvents, and emerging contaminants from well water.
Some activated carbon filters may also reduce the levels of radon gas and some metals like lead from water. Carbon filters will not remove or lower the levels of salts like sodium or calcium, nitrates, or chlorides from water. Activate carbon filters will not soften or disinfect water. Particle-free water should be passed through carbon filters to avoid reduced efficiency and clogging. These point-of-use filters may be used in faucet attachments or in under the sink filter adaptors with a separate faucet. When treating potable well water, these filters may lower already very low levels, or dampen a temporary surge of some contaminants. If well water has elevated levels of a contaminant consistently above drinking water standards, these filters must be sized professionally and tested regularly. It is important to replace these filters at manufacturer recommended intervals.
Reverse Osmosis Reverse Osmosis filters can also reduce the levels of many types of organic contaminants. The core of the system consists of a semi-porous membrane that filters out many types of soluble constituents, depending on its manufacture. The Reverse Osmosis process is a complex combination of sieving (filtering by size exclusion) and chemical reactions that occurs at the surface of the membrane. Membranes are rated according to their ability to exclude or retain certain types of ions; thus, the filtering efficiencies vary with constituent and membrane type.
Some pollutants may be prevented from passing 50 percent of the time while others more than 95 percent. Because the filtering efficiencies of these membranes can also be affected by the overall water quality, testing should be done after the RO treatment to establish system efficiency. This is particularly important when using RO systems to treat constituents that are consistently above drinking water standards in well water. Although RO systems can filter particles, bacteria and viruses, they are not recommended for particle filtration or water disinfection. As with all filter media, microbial biofilms can develop, which can plug and shorten the life of these membranes, especially when not used regularly.
Nano filtration This process is similar to RO but uses membranes that block calcium and magnesium and many other water constituents but allow salts (sodium and potassium) to pass through. The “softening” membranes are more energy efficient since they work at lower pressures to produce equal volumes of water to RO units. The filtering capabilities of nano filtration systems may be similar to that of RO. Further development of this process may eventually lead to consumer nano filtration units that integrate the benefits of RO with those of water softeners.
Water Softeners These systems use ion exchange resins (beads) to replace calcium and magnesium with sodium or potassium ions. Water softeners may also remove varying amounts of other water constituents such as uranium, but they do not remove most other contaminants found in water. These units typically consist of two tanks one for the resin and the other for the brine solution. Modern water softeners are automated with timed cycles that regenerate the resin with sodium or potassium, based on water hardness and household water consumption. This process is usually done at night and can be water intensive typically using more than 50 gallons per cycle. Installing a water softener will increase household water use and the wastewater load to the septic system. Do not use soft water in household or vegetable garden plants. Saline soft water may degrade the performance of septic fields and increase the chances of groundwater contamination. Many communities in Arizona prohibit the use of sodium-based water softeners since they degrade the quality of reclaimed wastewater and add to the amount of sodium salts entering the environment.
Distillation Steam distillation effectively removes inorganic contaminants including suspended matter, salts, metals, and arsenic from water. It also removes most non-volatile organic contaminants. Volatile constituents, such solvents, may not be removed unless the unit has a venting system or an activated carbon post filter, as shown in Figure 9.10. Distilled water is corrosive and has a flat to sweet taste. Steam distillation also kills pathogens, effectively disinfecting the water. The steam distillation process is energy intensive and tabletop consumer units can use as much electricity as a toaster that is left on 24/7. The daily energy consumption may vary (usually increases) with water salinity and gallons of water produced. Consumers that plan extended or exclusive use of distilled water in their diets should consult with their physician.
Chemical Filters Well water that is too acidic or contains abnormal levels of iron, manganese, and sulfides, can be treated with an alkaline filter to raise the water pH. After the pH is adjusted, the water is passed through a manganese (green sand medium) filter to precipitate iron and manganese and to convert sulfides to sulfate. Well water low in oxygen needs aeration to facilitate the oxidation and precipitation of iron and manganese. Aeration consists of bubbling air from the bottom of the water storage tank. Strong chemicals (oxidants such as hypochlorite) can be used to complete the oxidation process. This type of treatment is often used to remove dissolved hydrogen sulfide gas, the rotten-egg odor, from well water. Another source of hydrogen sulfide gas is a water heater with an electric anode made of magnesium.
The magnesium reacts with the sulfate in the water. If you detect the rotten egg odor from the hot- but not the cold-water faucets, the source is likely the water heater. To reduce gas production, a licensed plumber can replace the magnesium anode with a zinc anode, but the change may void the warranty. Well water that has high levels or iron, manganese, sulfides should be tested to determine the filter types and sizes required to treat the desired volume of household water. Balancing the required water pH changes and oxygen demand for the removal of iron and manganese from water can be difficult and usually requires professional assistance.
Iron Filter Iron filters may offer a simpler alternative to the more complex RO systems when used to lower arsenic levels in well water. Since some iron minerals readily absorb arsenic from water, these filters are usually composed of tightly packed iron, or iron coated particles (beads), as shown in Figure 9.11. These filters are installed in-line and do not use electricity or extra water. Iron filters do not lower the levels of salts (TDS) or soften water. However, besides arsenic, they may also trap fluoride and selenium.
Chlorination Chlorine-based chemicals are commonly used to disinfect potable water by public water utilities. These chemicals destroy, or inactivate, most waterborne pathogens with some exceptions (some viruses and parasites). The most common chemicals are chlorine and chlorine dioxide gases, which are too dangerous for home use. However, liquids and solids that contain sodium or calcium hypochlorite can be used for household disinfection. UV light (see next section) can also be used to disinfect well water. Water chlorination systems can be continuous using chlorine pumps, suction devices, and solid feed units and batch disinfection. Continuous feed systems are automatic and flow-dependent with auto-shut off.
Chemical disinfection often produces toxic disinfection by-products when chlorine-based chemicals react with residual organic matter present in all water sources including groundwater. Continuous chlorination systems should be professionally sized and installed since they usually require a holding tank to allow for sufficient contact time to disinfect the water, and a booster pump. As with other forms of chemical treatment, water should be particle-free before disinfection, including chlorination. Since excessive levels of disinfection by-products in drinking water can be harmful to your health, chlorine disinfected water should be tested and, if needed, filtered through an activated carbon system to reduce the levels of these chemicals.
UV Radiation Ultraviolet (UV) light may be used to disinfect particle-free, clear water on a continuous flow mode using follow-through glass tubes with an enclosed UV light source. UV is damaging to living organisms and viruses that contain RNA and DNA material, stopping their ability to reproduce or infect other cells. Therefore, waterborne organisms like bacteria, viruses, and even some parasites may be quickly inactivated (killed) when exposed to a concentrated source of UV light. UV light disinfection systems are simple and relatively maintenance-free but their efficiencies depend on the design and UV light source type and power, the water flow rate, and the amounts and types of pathogens and other microorganisms present in the water source.
UV light disinfection systems are rated by the NSF as Class A for more aggressive treatment of clear, but contaminated water (not wastewater). UV light Class B systems may be used to further lower contaminants in safe drinking water. Both systems require particle-free water (Turbidity no greater than 5 NTU). UV light disinfection does not change the taste of water or produce any known disinfection by-products. Unlike chlorination, it does not provide any residual disinfection protection to the disinfected water. If the well water is contaminated, pre and post water testing for waterborne pathogens should be done determine the disinfecting power of the UV light system.
Other Well Water Disinfection Methods In emergency situations water may be boiled vigorously for at least two minutes to kill all organisms. Household chemicals, such as bleach or iodine, may be used to disinfect water under emergency. For more details and guidelines for the use of bleach, and other chemicals, to disinfect water under emergency situations, visit EPA website: https://www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/emergency-disinfection-drinking-water.
finding someone to test the well water
There are several companies across Arizona that have been accredited and certified to test well water. Search Arizona Certified Commercial Drinking Water Laboratories by clicking HERE.
SCHEDULE PHYSICAL INSPECTIONS OF THE WELL
Regularly inspect your wellhead for damage to the casing or well cap. Repair any damage immediately to reduce the potential for contamination. Store all chemicals at least 100 feet from your well. Keep heavy equipment and vehicles off your lawn and away from your well to avoid damage to buried water lines. Other than grass, do not let plants grow near your well as plant roots can cause damage to your well casing.
If you need help from an experienced shared well attorney, then contact the Dunaway Law Group at 480-702-1608 or message us HERE. * The information provided is informational only, does not constitute legal advice, and will not create an attorney-client or attorney-prospective client relationship. Additionally, the Dunaway Law Group, PLC limits its practice to the State of Arizona.
