Home buying
Buying a house with an older private well
What buyers should ask about well age, records, and inspection limits.
Short answer
An older private well should be reviewed through records, visible inspection, water testing, and professional guidance. Buyers should ask what is known and what remains unknown before closing.
Checklist
- Request well log and service records.
- Ask about age, depth, casing, pump history, and yield if known.
- Order appropriate water testing.
- Budget for unknowns when records are missing.
Buying a Home With Well & Septic Checklist
Use the older-well buyer checklist.
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