With the fires in our region, many of our customers call and ask if their water is safe to drink/use. This is an excellent question and observation because of the ash in the air that can settle into water supplies and the fire retardants dropped from aircraft that may be close to water supplies. There are many factors that go into answering this questions properly that this blog is designed to help people understand the process of determining if your water is safe to drink.
Read MoreIn the last several years Napa County has been hit with fires that have ravaged many rural properties. Our staff at OPS have worked with many families to rebuild, renew, and restore what was lost. OPS has staff that have not only volunteered through local fire departments and experienced evacuations but are dedicated to serving our community and helping restore what was lost. In this article, we want to give some highlights to homeowners that are suffering from fire damage BEFORE they pull the trigger on rebuilding.
Read MoreIn this blog, we will explore the various options for purchasing a submersible well pump. We’ll also explore the pros and cons of these options. If you aren’t ready to purchase a new submersible well pump yet, but want to know what size well pump you need, check out this blog! Perhaps you want to know what’s involved in removing/replacing your submersible well pump, if so then check out this recent article.
Read MoreJust as the car industry has seen radical changes with self driving cars and the use of alternative fuels, the water pumping industry has experienced significant changes too. One of the most significant changes is the use of advanced pump controllers that monitor the water pressure and adjust the pump speed to exactly match the water demand.
Read MoreHomeowners new to the rural lifestyle where homeownership also includes owning your own well are often unfamiliar with the process of removing or installing submersible well pump equipment. This blog gives a brief overview of the process.
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