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You depend on your well to supply your home with a fresh, clean, and healthy supply of water year-round. When you contact a drilling contractor for inspections and well repairs, they may recommend replacing the pump entirely. Here are three ways to tell if you need pump replacement.

Do You Need a New Well Pump?

1. Unusual Noises

The pressure tank has a bladder filled with air. When that bladder starts to leak, however, the pressure switch may emit a clicking sound. Moreover, the escaping air may strain a pump by forcing it to turn on and off at a rapid pace. When the pressure tank’s bladder fails, it affects a pump’s longevity. Always call a well repair technician when your pump is making strange noises or cycles on and off more than usual.

2. Elevated Bills  

Jefferson City, MO well repairYour electricity bills shouldn’t fluctuate much if your system is operating normally. If a bill suddenly skyrockets, it indicates your well pump may be failing. It may be consuming more energy to compensate for a performance issue. Pumps run more often if they’re old, worn, and working with more intensity to make up for lack of water pressure.

3. Weak Flow

Very weak water flow may suggest an issue that requires well repairs. If there’s air leaking in the pressure tank, water may sputter or spit from the faucets. As long as there’s water in your well, faucets that produce little to no water are an indication of a failed pump. Check the circuit breaker first to make sure the switch hasn’t tripped. Otherwise, try turning the pump off, resetting the breaker, and reactivating the pump. If this doesn’t resolve the issue, have your well drilling contractor take a look. You may need to have your well pump replaced.

 

Are you seeking a reliable well repair professional to check the condition of your pump? Turn to the team at B & H Well Drilling Pump Service in Jefferson City, MO. Serving the Cole County community for over 25 years, this company proudly provides well installations, maintenance, and pump repairs and replacements. Visit them online to find out more about their pump services, or call them at (573) 455-9111 to schedule an appointment.

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