Private Well Assistance

For more information on water well loans, contact:

Angie McConnell
Loan and Grant Specialist
419-332-2008
ammcconnell@glcap.org

Water Well Loans

The Household Water Well Program provides low-interest loans of up to $15,000 for rural homeowners who need water well improvements, in-home water treatment, and septic systems. Loans carry a 1% interest rate. Maturity may not exceed 20 years and depends on the borrower's repayment ability. Borrowers will be responsible for associated loan costs such as recording and other fees.

The program is available to Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin residents who live in a town that does not exceed a population of 50,000.

Loans are available for residents with a household income at or below the following limits: Illinois — $34,200; Indiana — $34,800; Michigan — $33,000; Ohio — $33,600; Wisconsin — $33,600

Loans are supported by a grant from the United States Department of Agriculture, Rural UtilitiesService. GLCAP is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.

A fact sheet is available at this link. 

For more information, contact: 

Cindy Brookes 
Rural Development Specialist
419-469-6341
cabrookes@glcap.org

Private Well Assessments

Private water well assessments help you learn more about your well system and can identify potential threats to your drinking water supply. Well water testing assessments entail an in-person inspection of your well, evaluation of the water source, and education to ensure well water safety.

We can also recommend feasible solutions for identified issues and provide assistance to access federal, state, and other funding for well constructions and repairs.