No-No’s Of Well Pump Repair

A mechanical well pump is, in a way, a fascinating thing. While widely used in more remote areas with no piping as a means of distributing water to a house, these contraptions remain oddly shrouded in mystery, with many misconceptions and an aura of misinformation still surrounding them.

The truth is, however, that if homeowners who need this equipment to get water to their taps take certain preventive measures, they should have little to no need for well pump repair for the duration of the device’s lifespan. However – stemming, once again, from misinformation – certain people can easily be led to make assumptions or attempt actions which may jeopardise not only the equipment's proper functioning, but its warranty as well. Below are only a few of the most common no-no’s when the subject is well pump repair.

Don’t Do It Yourself

Professionals repeatedly stress this point at every turn, but it bears mentioning again – it is highly prejudicial to attempt well pump repair work without proper knowledge of one of these devices, or training on how to fix it. Many homeowners fancy themselves DIY wizards, and their skills may indeed serve them well in the context of other jobs around the house; however, in this case, it is best to use a specialist, as incorrect ‘repair’ work can easily aggravate the malfunction or even cause it to stop working. In this particular case, businesses are not simply trying to take your money – trust them!

Don’t Try To Save Money

Tying in with the previous point is the fact that, in the case of a well pump repair, you should not simply settle for the cheapest specialist in your area. Some businesses out there may indeed offer affordable or even bargain quotes, but always do your homework prior to engaging anyone. These devices are extremely delicate, and careless work can – as explained above – aggravate the problems with their mechanics. Think of this equipment as you would your computer: sometimes, it comes back from the shop with a whole host of problems that were not there before, because the technician was not very good. The same can easily happen in this case, so make sure you shop around for the right serviceman.

Always Turn Off the Power

Any specialist will tell you this, but you should always trip the electricity switch before starting any investigation. Failure to do so can result in damage not just for the equipment, but for you as well!

These are only a few of the mistakes a layman can easily make when dealing with this sensitive equipment. Be careful, therefore, to avoid them, if you want it to last.

Sarah Saadoun works for HMS Plumbing, a family-owned business in Manassas, Northern Virginia. If you need a well pump repair, Herve and his dedicated employees at HMS are proud to be serving the plumbing needs of Northern Virginia residents and businesses. For reliable Fairfax plumbers HMS Plumbing is your first choice.

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