Using a well to satisfy the water needs of a household comes with the benefit of not having to pay the city for water. Although saving money on water is great, using a well also comes with the disadvantage of a well possibly not providing water when water is needed. For example, a homeowner might turn on a faucet and find little to no water flowing out. Dealing with such a situation can be frustrating when a homeowner does not know what is causing the problem and how to resolve it. If your well has stopped functioning as it should, there is a chance that the root of the problem is related to the well pump.
What Is a Well Pump Designed to Do?
In order for a homeowner to access groundwater, there must be something in place to move the water up from the ground. A well pump is designed to assist with moving groundwater from one place to another. For instance, after the pump has moved water from the ground, it then sends the water into a storage tank that is on a homeowner's property. The storage tank is filled with the water that is used by the household, which is why a pump keeps track of changes in air pressure to keep the tank full. Basically, when the tank has a change in air pressure, a well pump is designed to automatically send more water into the tank.
What Happens When a Well Pump Is Damaged?
When a well pump is damaged, several problems can develop regarding accessing groundwater inside a house. One of the changes that might be noticed is that a weaker flow of water is coming from the faucets. A homeowner might also notice higher electricity bills when a well pump is damaged, and the reason is due to more electricity being used for the pump to function. A big sign that a well pump is damaged is when water stops flowing out of faucets altogether.
When Should a Well Pump Be Replaced?
Minor well pump problems can sometimes be repaired, such as if a part of the well pump is damaged. However, a pump that has multiple problems will likely need to be uninstalled and replaced with a new pump. Multiple problems can arise when a well pump has been used for numerous years and has become naturally worn out. A contractor can let you know if your well pump should be replaced.
Contact a local well pump installation service to learn more.