Well testing or well flow testing in CT is usually required by mortgage companies especially if you are obtaining a FHA or VA mortgage. Well Flow testing is often times required when re-financing a mortgage as well.
The well is tested to determine if the capacity is adequate for your needs under normal usage. This is normally considered the ability to maintain a minimum of 3 ½ gallons per minute over a 45 minute period.
Water potability testing, which is additional, is to determine if the water is safe to drink and the amount and types of impurities present.
Well Testing FHA Mortgages in Connecticut
FHA Well Testing for FHA mortgages or refinances must meet certain criteria. If the property is being financed by the FHA, the water system must be capable of producing at least 3 gallons per minute per dwelling unit. This corresponds to 3 gpm for a single family residence. If the well is incapable of producing this amount of water, the deficiency can be made up for by adding storage tanks to satisfy FHA mortgage or FHA re-financing requirements.
Well Testing VA Mortgages | VA Re-Financing
VA Well Testing for VA mortgages or refinances must meet certain criteria If the property is being financed by the VA, the water system must be capable of producing at least 3 gallons per minute per dwelling unit. This corresponds to 3 gpm for a single family residence. If the well is incapable of producing this amount of water, the deficiency can be made up for by adding storage tanks to satisfy VA mortgage or VA re-financing requirements.
Well Testing when Selling or Refinancing Your Home
If you are selling your house in CT, it is recommended that you have the well tested as early as possible in the marketing process. This way, if there are any deficiencies or problems with your well, there is time to resolve them so that the your well meets the requirements of the, the lender, and most importantly, the buyer.
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