How do I know if my well pump is bad?

• <div><p>There are a few signs you can look out for to determine if your well pump needs to be repaired or replaced, including the following:</p><ul><li><p>Your water pressure fluctuates.</p></li><li><p>You lose water entirely on occasion.</p></li><li><p>You notice the pump making unusual noises.</p></li><li><p>Water sputters out of your fixtures.</p></li><li><p>Your utility bills suddenly spike without explanation.</p></li><li><p>You notice sediment or cloudiness in your water.</p></li><li><p>You hear that the pump runs continuously.</p></li></ul><p>If you notice any of these issues, call a professional well pump repair service to inspect it and determine whether you should repair or replace it.</p></div>

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Q: What steps should I take to ensure my well pump operates efficiently year-round?

• <div><p>Schedule annual inspections, test water pressure, and protect the pump from freezing temperatures.</p></div>

Q: Can I overdraw my well water?

• <div><p>If you have a small well or a particularly high water demand, it&rsquo;s possible to overuse your well. How quickly a well replenishes depends on its water source. In this case, you may want to purchase a water storage tank that you can fill from the well in off-hours, or if you&rsquo;re planning to build a new well and you expect a large water demand, you may want to build a deeper well to match your needs.</p></div>

Q: Should I repair or replace my well pump?

• <div><p>If the well pump is more than 10 years old, it's worth contacting a well pump repair pro near you and weighing the cost of repairs against buying a new well pump. Pumps can last a long time with regular maintenance, but if your pump is nearing the 10-year mark and starts needing repairs frequently, it&rsquo;s time to replace it.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of having a well?

• <div><p>The disadvantages of having a well include more maintenance, like annual testing and inspections, and high up-front costs to drill a well. Well water is also vulnerable to contamination, which is why keeping up with testing is important if you own a well. When it comes to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/whats-difference-between-city-water-and-well-water.htm">well water versus city water</a>, well water does offer more independence and is a reliable water source.</p></div>

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Jason was an excellent electrician who did an exceptional job and would recommend him to anyone out there. Very professional and knows his job very well.
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Reviewed in April 2024
Nick was very thorough with his work! Did a full service of tracks, screens, and windows, he even includes the frames and window sills in the price. Previous people I have fired to do this type of cleaning did not compare to the pricing as well as value of the service that Nick provides. Highly...
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Reviewed in March 2024
Alex and his crew know their trades very well. They kept us informed and did excellent work and on time, to boot. Highly recommended.
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Reviewed in June 2023
The job was completed faster than expected, without any shortcuts, and the crew worked as a well-rehearsed orchestra.
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Reviewed in February 2023
Great service. They installed new Starlink on the roof. Checked everything to work before completion and secured all cables. Job well done, no issues.
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Reviewed in February 2021
It went well and quick. There was some minor damage and they documented and repaired that damage the following week. They even removed the old roof unit and hired a sub to patch the roof.
NexGen HVAC & Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2013
He came out immediately and had someone pump out the system so I could use the plumbing without the waste coming back into the house. He then gave me a very reasonable estimate (I checked around and he was very fair). I contracted with him to totally re-do the leach field, which started the...
Mike The Plumber
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Reviewed in April 2012
They are very well priced; I did not get anything major done but for the work they did it was a good price. I give them all A's across the board and will use them again in the future.
Trenton Animal Clinic
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Reviewed in March 2011
I bought this house in June. It is my first. The previous owners put in a sprinkler system right before closing, but then failed to provide me with any outline, manual, directions, etc. I had no idea about winterization. So, after this particularly wicked recent winter, it is no surprise...
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Reviewed in June 2008
Joe was prompt in returning phone calls and submitting a bid. He explained things carefully and thoroughly. Then, the job was done quickly and well. We payed what the bid said we would pay, and the bid they submitted was slightly cheaper than other submitted bids.
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