A water well is a reliable way to get fresh H2O to your home. However, just like all water systems, standard wells have their limitations. Traditional units often feature small storage tanks that can hold a limited number of gallons pumped out of the well. This ensures that you have access to fresh water on-demand. When that supply is depleted, the well pump has to work overtime to replenish the tank. Luckily, there’s an easy way to solve the problem of a constantly running well pump: large-capacity storage tanks. 

Why You Should Incorporate Storage Tanks into a Well Water System

1. Lower Energy Costs

Every well pump requires electricity to bring water from the water supply to the surface. Without a large-capacity storage tank, the pump has to run frequently to keep a home’s water needs met. However, by installing a high-capacity storage tank, you’ll be able to keep more water ready and on-hand to use throughout the day without forcing the pump to run hour after hour. This will reduce the amount of electricity used to power the pump and helps save you money on your energy bills.

2. Access to Water Even in Power Outages

When the power goes out, the well pump can’t run unless you have a generator hooked up and ready to use. With a storage tank in place, your home will have access to clean fresh water even if the pump can’t run. This can reduce your need for bottled water during emergencies and restores a sense of normalcy even if the power is out for an extended period.

3. Less Wear & Tear on the Pump

Standard storage tanks only hold an average of 40 to 50 gallons at a time. Once that water supply is out, the well pump kicks on. If your family uses a lot of water consistently, the pump will need to start and stop frequently, causing wear and tear on the system. The less the pump has to run, the less wear and tear it will receive. Over time, this can save you money on well pump repairs and ensures that the water systems you already have in place will last for as long as possible.

Looking for an experienced team to install a new storage tank for your home’s water systems? Contact the experts at Evergreen Well Drilling. Their dedicated team has helped homeowners in Shelton and Mason County, WA, with all their water well needs for more than 40 years. Whether you need a crew to drill a new well on the property or want an experienced technician to handle water testing for your current well, their team is ready to get the job done properly the first time. Learn more about their services online and call (360) 426-3545 to schedule an estimate.