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    Jun 3, 2009, 06:58 PM
    What constitutes a good water supply specification for a well?
    For a well, what is the number of gallons per minute for not less than (blank) hours that is considered acceptable for residential usage?
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    Jun 5, 2009, 10:57 AM

    With home inspectors in my area, they turn on all faucets in house before they start checking house. Last thing they check is pressure gauge to see where it is at. If pressure gauge reads 35psi or higher, water is considered sufficient.

    This would be relative to size of family.

    Chuck
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