Uninvited Guests – bacteria and other organisms can exist in groundwater

Modern UV systems are so much more cost-effective and easy to maintain than their outdated ancestors, that I recommend installing a 254 nm UV radiator on every home after their softener for increased peace of mind and better water quality.

Nitrate in well water: What is it, and what do you do? – NGWA

Nitrates are nitrogen-oxygen compounds that serve as essential nutrients for plants, which absorb them from the soil. The largest source of nitrates are fertilizers used on crops. Animal and human waste also contains nitrogen in the form of ammonia.