Well Water Information

The Huron Perth Public Health reminds you to sample your well water each season and after heavy rain, plumbing work, or if you notice a change in your water’s colour, taste or odour.

Huron Perth Public Health provides free bacterial water testing services to all Huron and Perth county residents on a private well. It is recommended that you test your well water a minimum of three times a year, preferably in the spring, summer and fall. 

We all rely on safe drinking water in our homes, schools and offices and throughout our communities.  It is vital to our health and quality of life.  Ontario has strict laws in place to keep our drinking water safe and clean.

You can pick up the sample bottles and tips on how to take a good water sample at the Township Office but you must take the  bottle to one the labs shown below. A full list of drop off locations and more information is available on the Huron Perth Public Health website. 

Drop off free sampling bottles at:

Wingham & District Hospital Lab, Wingham
Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Seaforth Community Hospital Lab, Seaforth
Monday–Friday, 8:00–9:45 a.m.

South Huron Hospital, Exeter
Monday–Friday, 7:30–10:30 a.m.

Listowel 
Huron Perth Public Health Office 
Friday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

Your well water can affect the health of everyone who drinks it.  Follow the links to get steps you can take to reduce the risk of consuming contaminated water. More information is available on the  Huron Perth Public Health website.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Huron Perth Public Health to reach the Environmental Health Team and ask to speak to a Public Health Inspector.