Should I buy a home served by a spring?Springs are surface waters. Coliform bacteria live naturally on the surface of the earth so springs usually contain Coliform bacteria. Disinfection by chlorination or other means can rid the water of Coliform bacteria if maintained properly. However, disinfection does not get rid of any other surface contaminants such as pesticides that would flow with the surface water. Springs are risky drinking water sources. Click any of the questions below to find out more information on each.
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