Well Inspection in Southwest Colorado
Serving Durango, La Plata County, and the wider Four Corners region
Making Sure Your Well is in Good Shape
Animas Well Drilling has safeguarded Southwest Colorado’s groundwater for more than twenty years, and our Well Inspection Service is an extension of that commitment. As a second‑generation, family‑owned company, we treat every well as if it were our own source of drinking water. Whether you manage a commercial lodge drawing hundreds of gallons a day or rely on a small residential well for your homestead, our goal is the same: deliver fact‑driven assessments that keep your water clean, plentiful, and naturally balanced—with the fewest chemicals possible.
Why Well Inspections Are Important in the Southwest
High‑desert climates, fractured mountain bedrock, and seasonal snowmelt cycles make local aquifers unpredictable. Mineral‑rich formations such as Mancos Shale can introduce hardness, iron, or trace contaminants without warning, while sudden water‑table drops after a dry summer can reveal hidden casing leaks or pump inefficiencies. Add Colorado’s stringent well‑construction codes and real‑estate transfer regulations, and routine inspections become essential. A comprehensive inspection not only verifies structural integrity and flow capacity but also protects your water rights, ensures regulatory compliance, and alerts you to emerging quality issues before they affect your health—or your wallet.
High‑desert climate swings
-> Rapid snowmelt followed by late‑summer drought stresses aquifers.
-> Static water levels can drop several feet between June and September.
Mineral‑rich formations
-> Mancos Shale and Dakota Sandstone introduce hardness, iron, manganese, and occasional arsenic.
-> Scaling and staining appear quickly without proper monitoring.
Fractured mountain bedrock
-> Hidden casing leaks develop as rock shifts through freeze‑thaw cycles.
State regulations
-> Colorado Division of Water Resources mandates inspections during real‑estate transfers and major well upgrades.
Our Comprehensive Well Inspection Service
Each inspection begins with a detailed review of well logs (if available), construction permits, and water‑level data so we know what lies beneath your property before we arrive. On‑site, we conduct a multi‑step evaluation that may include static water‑level measurements, sustained yield testing, electrical and hydraulic pump diagnostics, and down‑hole video or sonar imaging when necessary.
We collect water samples at critical points in the system, then test on‑site for pH, hardness, iron, manganese, and turbidity, and send split samples to a certified laboratory for bacteria, metals, and inorganic contaminants. Structural checks examine casing integrity, grout seals, and sanitary caps to prevent surface‑water intrusion, while a complete compliance audit ensures your well meets current Colorado Division of Water Resources standards. After compiling the data, we deliver a plain‑language report that prioritizes findings, recommends chemical‑free mitigation options whenever possible, and outlines maintenance or repairs needed.
Our Low‑Impact, Health‑First Testing Approach
True to our philosophy, we always try to avoid introducing unnecessary chemicals at every step. Instead of aggressive acid flushes to clear screens for flow testing, we rely on high‑velocity air surging and food‑grade hydrogen‑peroxide treatments when cleaning is required. Our sampling protocols prevent cross‑contamination, and we use stainless‑steel or inert‑plastic equipment to preserve sample integrity. If treatment is recommended, we favor physical filtration, UV disinfection, or oxidizing media over heavy chlorine or salt‑based systems, ensuring long‑term water health without compromising the aquifer.
Local Knowledge, Regional Reach
Because our inspectors live in the regions they serve, they bring first‑hand knowledge of the geological strata, seasonal fluctuations, and local regulations that affect your well’s performance. In Durango’s fractured‑bedrock neighborhoods we pay special attention to sealing and grout integrity; in Pagosa Springs we monitor geothermal gradients that can accelerate mineral scaling; across the ranch lands of Cortez and Mancos we test for bacterial intrusion from agricultural activity; and on the Navajo Nation we screen for uranium and selenium unique to regional formations. Wherever you operate in the Four Corners, our guidance reflects the realities beneath your feet.
Why Real‑Estate Pros, Builders, and Homeowners Trust Animas Well Drilling
Because our inspectors live in the regions they serve, they bring first‑hand knowledge of the geological strata, seasonal fluctuations, and local regulations that affect your well’s performance. In Durango’s fractured‑bedrock neighborhoods we pay special attention to sealing and grout integrity; in Pagosa Springs we monitor geothermal gradients that can accelerate mineral scaling; across the ranch lands of Cortez and Mancos we test for bacterial intrusion from agricultural activity; and on the Navajo Nation we screen for uranium and selenium unique to regional formations. Wherever you operate in the Four Corners, our guidance reflects the realities beneath your feet.
Locally Owned & Operated
As a part of the Durango community, we value building long-lasting relationships with our neighbors through quality work and friendly service.
One-Stop Well Service
We drill, service, treat, and inspect, so you can rest assured that our recommendations are grounded in practical feasibility and deep experience.
Proven Expertise
With 20+ years of hands‑on field experience, our technicians are trained and experienced with a wide range of terrain, technologies and requirements.
Ready for a Clear Picture of Your Water Well’s Health?
If you have never had your well inspected, are preparing to buy or sell property, or simply want peace of mind about water safety, now is the perfect time to schedule. Call 970‑259‑4700 today to connect directly with a Durango‑based inspection specialist who will answer your questions and arrange an on‑site visit at your convenience. Prefer writing? Email info@animaswelldrilling.com or use the contact form on our website—one of our reps will respond within one business day to talk about what you are hoping to achieve.
Join your Southwest Colorado neighbors who have relied on Animas Well Drilling for more than twenty years, and discover the confidence that comes from knowing your well is healthy, efficient, and ready to serve you for decades to come.
