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3 Signs Your Home's Well Is Going Dry
December 16, 2017
Having a well for your home provides many benefits, including tax exemptions and cleaner, fresher water for your family. Materials used in the original installation, how deep your well is and where you are located all determine just how long your water supply within your unit will last.
When your well begins to run dry (a dry well isn't necessarily out of water; it simply has a pump installed higher than the current water height), you will begin to see certain signs. If you notice any of the following three signals your well is running dry, call your well drilling specialist for assistance.
Spitting Water
As water levels begin to drop lower than your well's pump, air gets into the water source. These air pockets cause tap and other running water sources that use the well to spit. You may also notice other odd changes in your water, including gurgling noises when water is running or lower water pressure than usual.
Call your well drilling specialist right away if you feel your water is coming out of the faucet strangely. The issue with your water supply could be the pump itself failing to operate as it should or water levels running too low for enough water to pass through. Your drilling expert can diagnose and repair the problem for you.
Odd-Tasting Water
our faucets may suddenly begin gushing out water that tastes or even looks muddy or riddled with debris. You may begin to see a small amount of sediment left behind in the tub after showering and other signs that your water is not as clear as it used to be.
This is often a key sign of water levels being too low for your pump to reach them. When your well begins sucking water from the bottom of the well, the water that is filtered may still remain somewhat filthy because most of what is being sucked through the pump is mud or sandy water. Your pump may need to be cleaned out in addition to having your well treated by your drilling specialist if this is the case.
No Water
Phosphates are a component in fertilizer. They promote plant growth, which includes the growth of green algae. If phosphate levels in your pond grow too high, then your pond will turn green. There are a few ways to keep your pond's phosphate levels in check:
- Avoid applying fertilizer to plants and lawns directly around the pond.
- Ensure water from a fertilized lawn or garden bed is not running off into your pond. Have your landscape's slope adjusted if needed.
If you live in an agricultural area, the phosphate levels in the soil may be high due to heavy fertilizer use by farmers. Have your pond's phosphate levels tested. If the levels are elevated, there are phosphate-binding solutions you can add to your pond to remove phosphate and prevent the algae growth that may eventually cause your pond to turn green.
Don't Overload Your Pond With Fish
Finally, the most obvious sign your well is running dry is lack of water completely. You can lift the cover on your well and check the water level yourself, but it's best to call your drilling specialist
right away if you are experiencing an issue with water supply. Your pump may be failing to operate, or if it is working, it can become severely damaged if it is left running without a water source.
No water coming from your well is an emergency situation, so don't hesitate to call your drilling expert as soon as you notice water pressure dropping or water slowing to a trickle when faucets are turned on. The sooner your well issue is investigated, the sooner you will be able to have clear, running water again.
Keep in mind that you are responsible for your well's water use. Make sure to only use water as needed, avoiding taking long showers or leaving water running while you are brushing your teeth. Water conservation in the home is the best way to preserve the water supply in your well.
Your drilling specialist can deepen your well so it receives the water your family needs again. If your well's pump needs to be repaired or replaced, then this can be done as well when your well is inspected.
A healthy well can supply your family with clean water for many years. Talk to our drilling specialists at Henry Drilling LLC to discuss concerns you have with your home's well.
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