Hidden Plumbing Problems: What to Look for

Signs Your Well Needs Some Repair Services

22 July 2019

Herbert Chambers

Does your private well need some repairs? You may not realize that your well is having issues, but if your well is showing signs of needing repairs, you want to be able to call a well service or plumbing expert sooner rather than later. The right plumbing specialist will be able to assist you in all your well repair needs.

If you catch issues with your well pump or well in general soon enough, you will not have to spend a lot of money on buying a new unit. Since a well pump can be pricey in general, it's important to do what you can to keep your well pump in great condition. Here are signs your well pump and overall well are in need of some repairs.

Your well pump makes noises

You never want a well pump to run dry. If this happens, your well pump will start to overheat or get overworked and it will run dry, causing premature wearing out. You want your pump to remain well-primed at all times. You can help fix your well pump by listening to the noises it makes. If a well pump appears to be groaning, grinding, whining, or making other strange sounds, then call for emergency repairs right away after turning the well pump off.

Your water level is low

Is your water level low to your private well? You may need a new well or sand point dug, or your problem could be related to your well not having enough water pull. Either way, if your water level is too low at your home, you have a serious problem that needs to be addressed, starting with the condition of your well overall. You should have a well pump specialist inspect your entire well to see what can be done to repair the issue. 

Your water appears contaminated

If your well pump is failing or having a filtration issue, then you will notice sediment in your home's water. You may also notice the same issue if your water level is getting too low. Your water may appear contaminated by small bits of debris or may actually have a strange color or odor to it, which can all be signs that the well pump isn't operating as it should.

The sooner you have water pump issues addressed, the healthier your home's water supply can be. Call a well pump specialist for assistance for your home's well issues.

 

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