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In addition to scheduling routine inspections as per state guidelines, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the components of your private water source. A basic understanding of its parts can help you describe problems to your water well maintenance team for faster repairs. Read this guide to learn more about how your system sends you fresh water every day.

What Are the Components of a Well System?

1. Pump

Shallow wells use jet pumps, while deeper ones use the submersible type. These motorized devices draw water from the well and send it to the pressure tank for household use.

The pump operates periodically instead of cycling continuously because the tank acts as an on-call reservoir. If yours is an above-ground pump, it requires frost protection.

2. Pressure Tank

When the pump delivers water to the tank, compressed air creates the pressure that moves the liquid to your household fixtures. Most residential pressure tanks feature switches that turn the pump on and off. The switch automatically turns the pump on when water pressure lowers to a specific level.

3. Casing

water well maintenanceA tube-shaped component, the casing keeps the well open for groundwater access. It works in conjunction with grout to keep sediment and other contaminants out of the well.

It typically comes in stainless steel, carbon steel, or plastic form to accommodate different geological conditions. For example, steel casings are best if the soil around your house is rocky. States also issue guidelines regarding casing depth, such as those for 25- and 30-foot casings in North Carolina.

4. Screen

The screen attaches to the bottom of the casing to provide filtration services. Usually available in perforated pipe, slot, or slotted pipe, screens prevent excess sediment from entering the well and your home’s fixtures. Cloudy water can mean the screen has deteriorated, though it can also indicate issues such as low water level causing the pump to draw sediment.

5. Cap

Well casings get sealed with caps to protect against contamination. A tight-fitting lid keeps insects and animals out of your well, in addition to pollutants such as motor oil, fertilizer, and livestock waste. Efficient water well maintenance requires sloping the ground around this thermoplastic or aluminum part to discourage contamination from flooding.

 

Keep your system operational with water well maintenance services from Morgan Well & Pump Inc in Kannapolis, NC. Serving all of North Carolina since 1948, this family-owned company of licensed well drillers is always available to take your call and offer a full range of services, including well inspections and water treatment. Call (704) 933-0479 to request an estimate or visit the website for more information.

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