What is the life span of a well pump?

• <div><p>The average life span of a well pump is between 15 and 25 years, but a few factors can influence how long your well pump lasts. Excessive water demand and cycle frequency are the main causes of premature wear and tear. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-size-well-pump-do-i-need.htm">well pump’s motor size</a> as well as material and installation quality can also affect its life span.</p></div>

Can you adjust well pump pressure yourself?

• <div><p>Yes, you can adjust your well pump pressure relatively easily by yourself. You’ll need to remove the cover from your pressure switch and adjust a nut that controls cut-in pressure. Learn more about <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-adjust-pressure-switch-on-well-pump.htm">how to adjust a well pump pressure switch</a> with a step-by-step guide to setting your water pressure.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2025
Sam and his crew did an excellent job on our deck. It’s really beautiful and well constructed. Highly recommend the heli coils (sp?).
West Coast Carpenters, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2020
The original issue was for replacement of the circulating pump on my 15 year old hydronic furnace. After Rob did this, we discussed a few other items that he recommended be done. Rob returned later and installed a new hot water heater. I'm completely satisfied with his work. rob
Arctic Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in March 2020
The replacement went well. Failed imported combi was replaced with dependable cast iron boiler and indirect water heater.
Moore Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in May 2018
He was called late in the week and came early the next week. He was friendly and got the job done. I asked how many gallons were pumped as I recall a previous company putting that on the invoice. He said something like "about 1000 gallons which is typical."
Alaska Quality Septic
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Reviewed in April 2014
Pipes leaking in a multi unit building, Sean is getting to know the building well This is an older building with leaky pipes, i call at least once or twice a month, if he cannot get to the project in a reasonable time frame he will suggest different options
First Class Plumbing And Heating LLC
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Reviewed in May 2013
They installed a 20 gallon should have been 50 labor 4 hrs plus old tank hall off. Came back out on 3/26/13 for service call labor 80 misc parts 10.40 it say's submersible pump that's it.
Doctor Water Well
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Reviewed in April 2013
Easy from start to finish. Ultimately, he was not able to solve the problem I was having, as it was related to my water softener not the well or pump, but he performed some needed maintenance and showed me how to do it myself next time.
ANCHORAGE WELL & PUMP SVC INC
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Reviewed in February 2013
Not well. Got much younger worker who didn't do good job. Faucet is flimsy, sink doesn't drain well. Counter doesn't fit well and I was charged extra to cover hole he made in wall for light.
LOWE'S
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Reviewed in February 2013
The only good thing I can say about John's work is that he's a master with a backhoe. One side of my house is close to a fence, the distance barely wider than the bucket on his backhoe, and he did no damage at all to my house when excavating. However, the blue board he used to insulate the...
John's Excavating, Inc
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Reviewed in August 2011
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The average life span of a well pump is between 15 and 25 years, but a few factors can influence how long your well pump lasts. Excessive water demand and cycle frequency are the main causes of premature wear and tear. The well pump’s motor size as well as material and installation quality can also affect its life span.

Frozen well pipes make themselves known quickly, as your faucets slow down to a trickle or shut down completely. If you notice a serious reduction in flow in the winter from toilets, showers, kitchen faucets, and other plumbing fixtures, a frozen pipe or two is to blame. Another tell-tale sign is frost or ice on exposed pipes outside.

Yes, you can adjust your well pump pressure relatively easily by yourself. You’ll need to remove the cover from your pressure switch and adjust a nut that controls cut-in pressure. Learn more about how to adjust a well pump pressure switch with a step-by-step guide to setting your water pressure.

The right psi for your well pressure tank depends on the tank’s pressure settings. For instance, if yours is set to 30/50 psi (which is common), the ideal psi is 2 to 3 psi below the cut-on pressure—in other words, 27 to 28 psi. However, if it’s at a higher setting of 40/60 psi, 38 psi would be the appropriate level.

Reduced water pressure, strange noises, or air sputtering from faucets.

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