Having a well on your property offers many advantages. It ensures consistent access to clean water without the need for an extra monthly bill. Yet, as with any feature on your property, the well pump will eventually need to be replaced. Here are some telltale signs that you need a plumber to install a new well pump.

How to Tell if You Need a New Well Pump

1. Insufficient Water Pressure or No Water

Insufficient water pressure occurs when your well pump struggles to retrieve water efficiently and supply it to your home. However, there are several other potential causes, including clogged pipes. It’s therefore important to have a plumber assess the issue.

Like poor water pressure, a complete lack of water can be caused by a faulty well pump. Before calling for professional help, try resetting your breaker first to make sure the issue isn’t due to a blown circuit. 

2. Cloudy, Muddy, or Foul-Tasting Water

A sudden change in your water’s color or clarity could mean the pump isn’t sufficiently filtering out sediment. You may also notice a change in taste caused by a higher concentration of bacteria. This issue could also be due to corrosion in your pipes.

3. Noisy Faucets

Hissing or spitting faucets indicate air in your plumbing system. Start by ruling out a leak in the pressure tank bladder, which could allow air to enter the water. If the bladder is intact, the well pump may be compromised.

4. A Spike in Electric Bills

While there are many potential causes for quickly rising electric bills, any of the issues above combined with increased energy usage could point to a malfunctioning well pump. If it isn’t working properly, it may need to run more often to provide a steady supply of water to your home.

If you suspect problems with your well pump, Bohannon’s Plumbing & General Repairs in High Point, NC, has you covered. Serving customers throughout Davidson County, this team of plumbers has more than 30 years of experience and offers 24/7 emergency services. See their full list of services on their website or call (336) 561-9444 to request an estimate.