Guides
Plain answers to the questions we hear most about septic systems, hard water and well water.
How Often Should You Pump a Septic Tank in Ontario?
Most Ontario septic tanks need pumping every 3 to 5 years. Here is how to work out the right schedule for your household, and what happens if you wait too long.
7 Signs Your Septic Tank Is Full
Slow drains, gurgling, odours and soggy grass are the most common signs a septic tank is full. Here is what each one means and what to do.
Is Guelph Water Hard? What It Means for Your Home
Guelph tap water is very hard, around 27 grains per gallon. Here is what that means, how it affects your home, and how to set or size a water softener.
Why Does My Well Water Smell Like Rotten Eggs?
A rotten-egg smell in well water is hydrogen sulphide. Here is how to tell where it comes from, whether it is safe, and how to get rid of it.
Iron in Well Water: Orange Stains, Metallic Taste and How to Fix It
Orange stains and a metallic taste mean iron in your well water. Learn the three types of iron, why a softener alone often fails, and which filter fixes it.
What Size Water Softener Do I Need? A Guide for Guelph-Area Homes
How to size a water softener using your hardness, household size and water use, with a worked example for Guelph water at about 27 grains per gallon.
How to Test Your Well Water in Wellington County
Free bacteria testing for private wells through Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health: how to get a bottle, when to test, and what your results mean.
Reverse Osmosis vs Bottled Water: Which Is Better for Your Home?
Comparing a reverse osmosis system with bottled water on quality, convenience, waste and long-term cost for homes in Guelph and Wellington County.