When it comes to plumbing, there are a lot of things that can go wrong. And with water well systems, the issues can be even trickier due to their complexity. So if you’re having problems with your well pump or have noticed an unexpected drop in pressure or water quality, Lebanon Plumbing & Drain is here to help. Keep reading for some helpful tips on how to determine if you need a new well pump installed or repair made:
What Is Your Current Water Pressure?
If you’re noticing that your water pressure is low and you suspect something’s wrong with your well pump, there’s a good chance that you’re correct. Well pumps are designed to pull water from the bottom of a well and send it up to your home or building. As long as the pipes connecting the pump to your house are in good condition, and there aren’t any other problems with the plumbing system in general (such as leaks or clogs), then it should be able to do its job properly. However, if something goes wrong with one of these components—a leaky pipe joint or clogged filter—then this could cause issues.
In order to find out if you need a new pump, check your water pressure. Water pressure should be between 20-40 psi (pounds per square inch). If it’s lower than that, then you may need a new well pump.
Is Your Well Pump Receiving Power?
If your well pump isn’t working, there are a few things to check before calling for service. First, check the breaker and make sure it’s turned on. Then, look at the control box and see if there’s power coming out of it. The next step is to check whether there’s power from the pressure switch in your well pump system. If there is no power, our specialists recommend you call us as soon as possible so that we can repair or replace whatever needs fixing or replacing! Lastly, check whether there is any power going into your wire that goes into the pump itself and see if anything seems amiss with any of these steps.
If this process doesn’t work for you and you’re still having trouble getting things back up and running smoothly again (or even worse: if nothing works at all!), don’t worry! We’ve got you covered with 24/7 emergency services available 365 days a year, so give us a call right away!
Did the Circuit Breaker for the Well Pump Trip?
If you are in a house with a well and the water is turned off, but there’s still no power to the pump, then it’s likely that there is an electrical problem. This can be confirmed by checking the circuit breaker. If this has tripped or blown, it will need to be reset before the pump will work again.
In addition to checking for tripped breakers and fuses, it’s also important to check your GFI (ground fault interrupter) or GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter). These devices have built-in sensors that detect even small changes in current flow through them; if they detect significant differences between what they see now and what they saw last time they were used. So, for example, if someone touches one while wet, it will immediately cut power from its source until someone checks out what happened.
While most modern homes have these devices installed throughout their electrical systems so that people don’t accidentally shock themselves when using outlets around water sources like sinks or bathtubs. However, older houses may not have them installed yet, so make sure yours does before continuing!
Is There Power Coming Out of the Control Box?
Check for power coming out of the control box. This can be tough if you don’t know where your pump is or what it looks like. First, check that the breaker hasn’t tripped (you’ll see this if the main switch in your circuit panel is off). If it hasn’t tripped, but there’s still no water coming out when you turn on the faucet and check everything else, then follow these steps:
- Check that power is coming out of the control box by plugging in an extension cord that has an outlet on it. Be sure to use a grounded extension cord; otherwise, you may get electrocuted! Flip on both switches inside your house and look at each switch as they come on. If either one glows slightly brighter than usual, then there might be something wrong with it, which could explain why there isn’t any water pressure. It could also mean that there are additional issues with wiring, so we recommend calling an electrician before continuing further.
- Another thing worth checking here would be whether or not there’s any power going through wires leading into/out from your well system itself. This means looking at what goes into wire connectors connected directly onto these systems (like pressure switches) as well.
Is There Power coming Out of the Pressure Switch?
The next step is to check that power is coming out of your pressure switch. This can be done by looking at the wires going into and out of the pressure switch, which are usually red and black. For example, suppose you have 120-volt service at your well pump (which means electricity is running to it). In that case, there should be two wires going into the top side of your pressure switch that are connected to each other. There may also be a wire coming out from underneath these two wires, which has an electrical plug attached to it that brings power back into your home’s electrical system.
Do You Need a Plumber to Check Your Well Pump?
The best way to know if you need a water well pump is by having an experienced professional evaluate your water well system. A professional can diagnose the problems in your system and recommend solutions, such as replacing the existing pump or installing a new one.
Water well pumps can be expensive, difficult to install and maintain, difficult to diagnose, dangerous if not properly installed or maintained, and may require frequent repair or replacement.
We at Lebanon Plumbing & Drain can expertly install and maintain your well pump as well as do any plumbing repair you need. We are a family-owned and operated business that has been installing and maintaining well pumps for over 10 years. Our team of highly trained technicians are licensed, insured, and equipped with the latest in advanced water system technology. So our expert can handle any plumbing problem you may have.
If you’re having trouble with your well pump, our experienced technicians can help. We’ll be able to diagnose the problem and repair it quickly so that you don’t have to worry about any leaks or flooding in your home. So, call Lebanon Plumbing & Drain today at (513) 427- 2443, or schedule an appointment online now by clicking here!