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Warnings Your Water Well Needs Service
Warnings Your Water Well Needs Service
by cbergman@ortmandrilling.com (Admin), Tuesday, July 18, 2017 2:10 PM
Sputtering Faucets
A properly maintained and functioning water well should be able to provide you with service that's comparable to any municipal system. The flow of your water well and the regulation of the water's temperature should never be in doubt. If your faucets aren't performing up to your standards and seem to sputter or add additional air before the water begins to flow, this sign could point to a serious issue.
An excess of air in your system could suggest your water well might have damage to some of the seals or potentially even a breakdown in the pump. When air is forced through the system along with water, there's likely to be an additional mechanical strain on your pump that could cause the damage to multiply upon itself. Addressing these issues every time they arise is helpful for making sure your system will remain stable.
Increased Sediment
Water drawn from a well can be incredibly clean and free of contaminants that may be introduced at a chemical processing plant. However, your good water also needs to be properly filtered to avoid introducing sediment, metals, and other potential irritants into your system. Not only can sedimentary material risk create an unsightly buildup, but it might also solidify and cause blockages which put your system under stress.
That unsightly buildup can be an important warning sign of problems within your good system. If you find yourself having to clean your tub and sinks more frequency than you're used to, the issue is likely a sign that your water source has been compromised in some fashion.
Larger pieces of sediment may even settle at the bottom of glasses of water or cause the water to turn a murky color. If that happens, you should immediately reach out for a service appointment.
Constant Pump Use
One way that your well can work to save you on your utility bills is by storing water in a tank. This storage prevents your pump from having to run every time you turn the water on. However, if your pump runs nearly every time you turn the water on, you might have a problem.
A pump that never stops running is one that consumes a great deal of energy. Make sure that you have your pump inspected to make sure it's performing optimally and isn't simply burning itself up.
Ortman Drilling & Water Services has the experience necessary to provide consistent service for your residential well. Turning to well-trained experts can give your water well support and stability and can help you enjoy your life so that you never spend a minute wishing you were back closer to the city.
