Signs you MAY Need YOUR WATER Well Pump Repaired
Did you know that a significant portion of the population in the U.S., still uses potable water from water-wells? This makes the well pump one of the important day-to-day tools that requires maintenance and care. They work tirelessly to supply water to the entire home, garden and farm. So, how do you know when your water well pump is beginning to fail? Listed below are a few signs that indicate it is time to call your local well pump installation company in Napa County.
High Electric Bills: Whether your energy usage has spiked or have been steadily increasing, you may be dealing with an ailing water well pump. An old or malfunctioning pump will run continuously as, it struggles to maintain the water pressure. This causes an increase in your energy bills. Addressing the issue can help to save a lot of money by lowering your bills.
Poor Water Pressure: Water pressure problems result from a number of factors such as low well water levels, pipes plugged with minerals or scaling, leaking pipes in the well or worn pump components. These kinds of problems need attention and can be resolved easily by an expert well pump installation company in Napa County.
No Water: If you wake up in the morning and find that your faucets have gone dry then, it is a clear indication that you are dealing with a pump issue. Sometimes this is as simple as reseting a circuit breaker, the problem, however, may be more serious. Perhaps it is springtime and some ants or earwigs decided to take up residence in your pressure switch, or perhaps minerals have plugged the pressure sensing port on your pressure switch. What ever the problem, Oakville Pump Service technicians can help you quickly diagnose and repair the problem to get your water flowing again!
Rapidly fluctuating water pressure or the water stopping and starting a few seconds later. These issues indicate a problem with the pressure tank that can lead to damage to the well pump motor. It is important to have a service technician inspect/repair the pressure tank, pressure switch and pump.
Whining scraping or buzzing noises from your water system equipment Water system equipment typically operates with very little noise. Grinding, squeaking or vibrating indicate that components are worn and in need of service!
As you can sees there are a number of reasons that validate improper functioning of your water well pump. Some situations are worse than others. Contact Oakville Pump Service to address any plumbing or submersible well pump woes and ensure a constant supply of water.