A cross-section infographic illustrating the key components of a new residential water well installation and the primary factors that influence drilling cost in Washington Township and Macomb County, Michigan. Created by Ries Well Drilling, serving Macomb, Oakland, Lapeer, and St. Clair Counties since 1983. If you live in Washington Township or are building a
If your home in Washington Township, Macomb Township, or Shelby Charter Township is on city water, the municipality tests and treats your water regularly and reports the results publicly. But if you're on a private well — like roughly 40 percent of Michigan households — that responsibility falls entirely on you. Most private
For most homeowners in Armada Township, Bruce Township, Ray Township, and the rural corners of Macomb County, a water well is one of the most important systems on their property — and one of the least understood. When a new well is needed, whether for a new construction home, a replacement on an
If you own a home in Washington Township, Armada, Bruce Township, or anywhere else in Macomb County that relies on a private well, you've probably wondered at some point: how long is this well going to last? It's a fair question — and one that doesn't have a simple answer. The lifespan of a
Spring arrives in Southeast Michigan, and most homeowners think about gutters, landscaping, and HVAC tune-ups. But for the 40-plus percent of Michigan residents who rely on private wells, spring is also the ideal time to take stock of your water system — before the heavy use of summer irrigation, outdoor faucets, and
If you're buying a home in Macomb, Oakland, St. Clair, or Lapeer County that relies on a private well, getting a professional well inspection is one of the smartest things you can do before closing. And if you already own a home with a well, regular inspections keep your water safe and your system
Nothing gets your attention faster than turning on a faucet and getting nothing. For homeowners in Macomb, Oakland, St. Clair, and Lapeer Counties who rely on a private well, a pump failure means no water for drinking, cooking, bathing, or flushing — and it always seems to happen at the worst possible time.
Quick Summary (Read This First) PFAS are synthetic chemicals that can persist in the environment for a long time, which is why they’re often called “forever chemicals.” Private well owners in Southeast Michigan are responsible for testing their own water. City water systems are routinely monitored, but private wells are owner-managed. Because PFAS can’t
If your upstairs shower pressure is weak on well water, you’re not imagining it — and it doesn’t automatically mean you need a new well. A lot of homeowners notice the same pattern: the shower starts fine, then someone turns on a faucet, the dishwasher kicks on, or the washing machine begins filling… and
Protecting Your Water System Before Winter As temperatures in Macomb County continue to drop, homeowners must take steps now to winterize their water well systems in preparation for freezing temperatures that could potentially damage infrastructure if not properly prepared, leaving you without running water when needed most. Fall is an opportune time to do