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Many homeowners are unaware of the maintenance requirements of the average well water system. The Water Dr. recommends servicing a well water system yearly.

The Importance of Well Water Maintenance

The Water Dr. provides its customers with yearly reminder postcards in the mail to help remind homeowners it’s time for system service! Well water system components and maintenance requirements can vary from home to home, but here are some basics!

Basics of Well Water Maintenance

The average well water system is comprised of two major pieces of equipment, the well pump and tank. The well pump is responsible for bringing water in from the well. This then fills the well tank, which provides your home with water. When the well tank needs to refill, it signals to turn on the well pump to bring more water in from the well. There are two types of well pumps, jet and submersible pumps. Jet pumps are inside the house, located next to the well tank, while submersible pumps are located inside the well itself.

If any component of the well water system is functioning incorrectly, the other components can become overworked. This can shorten the lifespan of the equipment and result in more frequent replacement. This can be prevented with routine well maintenance. Stopping problems before they start or catching problems early can save your equipment. Here are some common issues that can be avoided or corrected with yearly service.

The well tank functions by using air pressure to deliver water to your faucets. When you turn on your faucet, the air in the tank pushes water into the pipes and up to your faucet. The most common issue associated with a well tank is lack of air. If there is no air, your tank will be unable to provide the house with water. Some tanks have a rubber bladder inside, and some do not. Bladderless tanks are more likely to lose their air throughout the year, as the air in a bladderless tank will dissolve into the water. In the event of a power outage, a bladderless tank will allow the air to escape should you try and use a faucet. In tanks featuring a rubber bladder, the air will slowly escape over time. This will cause the tank to overfill, stretching the rubber of the bladder and causing a tear. The water will replace the air. In this case, the tank will need replacement. If this occurs, homeowners will notice water surges with usage (strong to weak flow intermittently). This is a result of an overworked pump, due to the malfunction of the tank. If this continues the well pump will burn out and need to be replaced.

Sediment and metals in water can be a potential issue. These are naturally occurring substances that enter the well tank and settle at the bottom. These substances can solidify and block the tank inlet, impeding the flow of water. A blocked inlet can result in a damaged tank and an overworked pump and the eventual replacement of both.

During a basic yearly service, a technician will assess the overall health of the equipment. They will check for sediment buildup, flush the tank, and remove build-up. They will check air levels in the tank and adjust accordingly. This routine maintenance of the system can help extend the lifespan of equipment and prevent a cascade of equipment failure. This is a basic overview of potential equipment issues, we will delve deeper in subsequent articles. This is a basic overview of the importance of a yearly service, if anyone has any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us!

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Testimonials

Every time someone comes out and helps us with our maintenance they are always so professional, prompt, informative & helpful. We will never use another service to assist with our well system.
- Daniela D.
Water Dr replaced my well pump and drop piping this week, Their prices were competitive and our service tech Josh was friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. He noticed that our well cap was a driller's cap and not a sealed well cap required by code. He also noticed that there was no check valve anywhere along the 280 feet of drop pipe. Our previous well company replaced our well pump back in 2002 and never mentioned any of this. Josh also gave me other great tips on the type of filter to use for my water system and how many times to change it during the year to help prevent the rings in our toilet bowls caused by excess iron. Water Dr just gained a new customer for life Thank you Matt (owner) and Josh for doing such a great job!!!!!!!!!!!
- Darren P.
I contacted WaterDR for a mitigation system for a high Radon reading after a home inspection. I spoke directly with one of the technician’s “Joe “ he was absolutely polite and informative. We needed him to come the following day! I have to say they were on time and very professional. After fully explaining everything they immediately began to work. They were excellent, they finished the job in about 3 hours. They cleaned up their debris as if they were never there. I am happy to report that because of the system my Radon level was way below the minimum standards. I would very much recommend this company to anyone. Thanks again for the piece of mind.
- Gerald T.
After my water unexpectedly decided to stop working one night, I called The Water Doctor and I’m so glad I did. They were at my door the next morning (only because it was so late at night when I called) and got the water running temporarily even though my problems were so severe. They knew exactly what to do and they are so understanding that if you don’t have water you can’t live without it! If you have a water problem and want great service and the best price, these are the only guys to call for a fast and friendly solution.
- George D.
Joey from the Water Dr. was amazing. He displayed a high level of professionalism and great customer service skills. He took his time to explain the process and what’s needed in regards to follow-up.
- Nakea R.
Amazing service! I would highly recommend this company. Our water suddenly stopped working around 6 pm. We called Water Dr and Joey came out within 15 minutes. He was nice, professional, and very knowledgeable. He worked hard in the dark to make sure we got our pump fixed so that we could get water back ASAP. 5 Stars!
- Kelly M.
Joey from the Water Doctor was very knowledgeable. He fixed the issue that the builder did not take care of! He was professional , helpful and I’m grateful to have clean water!!! Thank you so much!!!!
- Nancy E.
Omg Bill was the technician and he was wonderful. I've had water doctor service my well for 6 years and have always been satisfied with the service. Thankfully they have only had to come out for 1 emergency and they were right there.i would recommend
- Td M.
These guys are a pleasure to deal with and will not leave you “dry” …worked till after 9pm to ensure we we’re up and running..and the techs are well versed in their trade! A professional outfit!! They found we had a deep well, and went back to get their “new rig” (at 6pm) and had the pump pulled and changed, system pressure tested, and a new pressure tank fitted In basement and water running by 9:30. Now that’s service!!!!
- Alexander M.
Woke up to no water. Called Water Dr. at 7:35. Someone was at my house before 9 AM. Workers were friendly and efficient and clearly explained everything. Everything was completed by 10:30 and I was giving clear instructions on what should be done over the next 24 hours. I will definitely be calling them again for any future water needs/issues.
- Mike G.
Josh was awesome. Visited Saturday morning for a service, we needed a system change. Back out Monday, work was clean fast and he explained everything. Highly recommend.
- Malcolm C.
This company was amazing. We are selling our home and the inspection showed well contamination and radon in the basement. They came out on the appointment day and addressed both problems the same day even though it was later in the evening. They were very knowledgeable and explained everything in detail so we understood the process. I would highly recommend them.
- Pamela F.
They are very responsive. I had them install my filter system and now they come to clean. Friendly, honest and organized. THANK YOU
- John B.
Josh and the other technicians at Water Doctor are real experts and extremely knowledgeable. Even better, for the one obscure piece of equipment I had they had little experience with, they admitted they would have to check with someone else in the company before rending an opinion. These guys are honest, smart, ethical and have fair pricing. They won’t sell you in stuff you don’t need, but are honest and will demonstrate why some things need to be replaced. I highly recommend them without reservation.
- Chip T.
Every time someone comes out and helps us with our maintenance they are always so professional, prompt, informative & helpful. We will never use another service to assist with our well system.
- Daniela D.
Water Dr replaced my well pump and drop piping this week, Their prices were competitive and our service tech Josh was friendly, professional and very knowledgeable. He noticed that our well cap was a driller's cap and not a sealed well cap required by code. He also noticed that there was no check valve anywhere along the 280 feet of drop pipe. Our previous well company replaced our well pump back in 2002 and never mentioned any of this. Josh also gave me other great tips on the type of filter to use for my water system and how many times to change it during the year to help prevent the rings in our toilet bowls caused by excess iron. Water Dr just gained a new customer for life Thank you Matt (owner) and Josh for doing such a great job!!!!!!!!!!!
- Darren P.