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It may be time for a well pump replacement if you notice some red flags, like a lack of running water when the pump should be working, consistently poor water pressure, or dirty water, which can indicate potential issues with your pump's functionality.

Although air in your water lines won’t affect the overall quality of your water, it will lead to problems with your well water system if not addressed. Over time, too much air in your water lines can create blockages in your pipes, cause insufficient water flow to your taps and appliances, loosen pipes, and potentially damage important components of your well including your well pump and pressure tank. 

Ideally, you should conduct a mechanical inspection and a bacterial or well water inspection yearly. While you might be able to push it off to every other year, it’s best to have peace of mind, especially when it comes to something that you use so frequently. 

If you experience repeated gastrointestinal illness in the household, it's important to test the well water more regularly for quality and cleanliness to check for bacteria.

Here are some signs of a bad well pump that a pro should look at: 

• If your well pump isn’t pumping water, you could have a leak or malfunctioning pump on your hands. 

• If your water pump runs nonstop, there might be a leak or problem with the pressure tank, which can cause the pump to fail. 

• Low water pressure can happen because of your pressure tank, low-water levels, or a wrong-sized pump. 

• Dirt or sediment in your water can be a problem with a powerful pump, damaged pump filter, or the pump’s location.