Wells & water, demystified
Well logs, flow tests, water quality, shared systems — everything a private water supply asks of buyers and sellers.
What is a well log, and how do I read one?
The single most useful document on any well property — and most buyers never open it.
Read → WellsWhat is a good well flow rate (GPM) for a home?
Gallons per minute decides showers, sprinklers, and stock water. Here is how to think about the number.
Read → WellsWhat water tests should I run when buying a well property in Oregon?
The standard Oregon panel is short, cheap, and non-negotiable. Know it before you write.
Read → WellsHow do shared wells work — and what should the agreement say?
One well, several homes, and everything depends on paperwork most people never read.
Read → WellsBuying a home with a well: the complete checklist
Log, flow, quality, pump, seal — the five-part diligence that keeps well properties from surprising you.
Read → WellsSelling a home with a well: what to prepare
Your well can be a selling point or a snag. Preparation decides which.
Read → WellsWill a well work on that bare land? How to estimate before drilling
You cannot know for certain until you drill — but you can stack the odds with homework.
Read → WellsLiving with a low-producing well: storage, systems, and sanity
Modest wells run comfortable households all over this valley. The trick is design.
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