Well Water Testing & Treatment in Union County, NC
North Carolina requires new private wells to be tested for arsenic, manganese, iron, nitrate, pH and bacteria (summary of state requirements). Existing wells benefit from periodic testing too.
County lab fees
| Sample | Union County fee |
|---|---|
| Bacterial water sample | $70 |
| Inorganic sample | $130 |
Source: Union County Environmental Health fees (check for current amounts).
Why arsenic matters here
Union County notes arsenic shows up in more wells on the Carolina Slate Belt than elsewhere. The county advises a full inorganic panel first, because iron and manganese affect which treatment system works.
Treatment options (general)
- Sediment and carbon filtration
- Water softening, or iron/manganese filters
- Reverse osmosis at the kitchen tap for arsenic
- UV disinfection for bacteria
Match the system to your lab results, not to a sales pitch.
Ready to talk to a well contractor? Call (980) 477-1706 or request an estimate. We connect you with an independent NC-certified well contractor serving Union County.