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You packed your bags, checked into your flight, and turned off the lights. You’re all ready to hop in the car; but before you go, though—should you also turn off your water well pump? Whether you’re headed to Hawaii or New York, when you have a vacation coming up, the experts from Frederick Drilling Co. & Sons in Tylersburg, PA, will explain what to do about your water well.

Vacations & Water Well Pumps

Seasonal Considerations

As long as you’re jetting off in the summer, spring, or fall, there’s no need to turn off your well pump, as there’s no danger of it freezing. However, if you’re leaving during the winter and plan to turn off your thermostat while you’re away, then you should definitely turn off your well pump to avoid a frozen system.

well-pumpStill, turning off your thermostat altogether during colder months is not advisable, as it still may lead to pipe bursts, water damage, and other serious problems. Instead, leave your thermostat set to a reasonable temperature, which will protect your well pump while you’re gone.

Practice Precaution

Some people still wish to turn off their well pump as a precautionary measure. In most cases, that will not do any damage to your system. Just make sure you shut off the power to the hot water heater as well as the breaker. In case of damage to your water line, hot water can be siphoned out and damage the unit.

Before turning off your well pump, you should also make sure you don’t have a hydronic system or a similar variety. If you do, you will need to leave it on to avoid system malfunctions. If you’re not sure what kind of system you have, consult your local pump service professional.

If you have any more questions about your well pump, please consult the knowledgeable experts from Frederick Drilling Co. & Sons. Call the pump installation team today at (814) 744-8581 or check out the website to learn more. 

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