Coliform bacteria are organisms which may be present in well water. Animal feces, raw surface water, soil and decaying plants normally contain varying amounts of coliform. These bacteria can migrate into well water and cause the water to become biologically polluted. read more
The well may be drawing water from the surface. To avoid bacteria in drinking water: (a) Use either a UV, chlorine or ozone water-treatment system, or (b) find another source of water, such drilling deeper well. 7. Storage tank or pipes that are not water tight. Make sure there is no way for surface water to enter your drinking water system. 8. read more
To kill bacteria, the first and more common option uses chlorine injection with the use of a metering pump, which provides extra strength oxidation for coliform bacteria, as well as strong odors and high levels of iron and manganese (which can be linked with sulfur odors). read more