After a long winter, water well maintenance in the springtime is essential. Addressing any issues ensures the family will continue to have a steady supply of pure drinking water. For help rehabilitating your system this spring, consult the guide below. 

Types of Issues to Look for In Spring

Water wells are vulnerable to mechanical malfunctions as well as biological and/or chemical contamination. Issues can be triggered by routine wear, changes in water chemistry, biofilm accumulation, or sediment buildup. Impurities in water could give the liquid a cloudy or discolored appearance, sulfur or metallic taste, and rotten egg aroma. 

When the water well pump needs to be serviced, you might notice a sputtering sound before liquid flows through faucets. Loud humming and grinding noises can also be caused by damaged components. The strain to function correctly can lead to a spike in electricity costs, too, so look at recent bills for insight.    

How to Resolve the Problems

During a spring inspection, water well maintenance providers will examine the pump. Replacing broken valves and pipes should restore normal performance. A technician will also test the motor and address continuous cycling and other operational issues to improve equipment efficiency.

As pests might have built nests in well components for shelter, check the casing, wires, and cap for signs of tampering and have broken components repaired. Leaves, twigs, and other debris left in the yard during colder months should be removed as well. This will prevent microorganisms from contaminating the liquid.

For a quality check, the water should be lab-tested every 14 months for bacteria and three years for dissolved solids and pH levels.

For professional water well maintenance, contact Dansville Water Wells. Serving homeowners in the Livingston County, NY, area, the technicians bring over 40 years of experience to each project. This means you can trust them to provide effective water well repairs to keep your system running smoothly for years to come and conditioning to keep the liquid pure. Find service details online and call (585) 335-3356 for a water well maintenance estimate.