Learn USDA Well Water Test Requirements

Buying a home outside city limits?  There is a good chance that the source of water comes from a well.  So if there is a well, the USDA Rural Home Development requires that the local health authority or a state-certified laboratory must perform a water quality analysis.  The USDA well water test results must “meet” or “exceed” the EPA minimum thresholds for lead, nitrates, nitrites, and coliform.  There are basically 3 components for USDA well water tests.  First, the four tests are conducted.  Secondly, there must be a list of the results.  Finally, the results must exceed the established thresholds.  Properties that require a water treatment system for the well water to meet the minimum potability standards are not considered eligible.  Typical well water test costs range from $50 – $100 in our areas.

Properties with public water do not require a water test.

If you have questions about using a USDA home loan to purchase a home, contact Team Move today.

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