I believed it was only a temporary problem when the water pressure in our house outside of Watertown, CT, started to decline. Someone might have left a hose on. It could have been the washing machine. But after a few days of showers that didn’t work well and faucets that sputtered, we knew something was wrong. The pump in our well was broken.
We called L&P Plumbing, a local business we had heard good things about, at that point. They were experts in things like replacing well pumps in Watertown, and from the initial phone conversation, they made the whole thing a lot less stressful.
How to Tell If Your Well Pump Is About to Break
Before I get too deep into what we went through, I want to point out a few things we learnt that could help others find problems early. Here are several symptoms that a well pump is not working right:
- Water pressure that wasn’t always steady (ours would go up and down)
- Air “spitting” out of faucets
- No water at all
- A pump that runs all the time
- Water that is dirty or has a strange tint
Of course, any of them could be the result of a number of problems. But if you observe a lot of indicators, it’s a good idea to call a Watertown-area plumber who knows how to fix well systems.
Finding out what the problem is
We liked that L&P Plumbing didn’t just replace things right away. A technician came out the same day we called, asked us questions about what was going on, and ran a comprehensive diagnostic.
It turns out that our pressure tank was also starting to break down. That, together with the fact that our pump was almost 20 years old, meant it was time to get a new one. The technician made everything clear and provided us with choices without putting us under pressure. We were thankful for that. No upselling, no scary sales pitch—just facts and honest advice.
What Happens When You Replace a Well Pump
It can be hard to know what to expect if you’ve never had to replace a well pump before (we hadn’t). But the L&P Plumbing team was there for us every step of the way.
The steps were as follows:
- Turning off the water and power
- Taking off the old pump system from the well casing
- Checking the depth of the well, the wiring, and the pipes
- Putting in the new pump and making sure it fit our home’s flow and pressure needs
- Testing the new system and adjusting the pressure switch
They also put in a new pressure tank for us. The staff finished the task in a few hours and left the place as clean as they found it.
Why Having the Right Tools Is Important
Before this experience, we had no idea how many different kinds of pumps there are and how picking the wrong one can cause problems later. In our area, submersible pumps are prevalent because the wells are deeper. Horsepower, capacity, and wiring are all important. We chose a pump with L&P Plumbing that will not only fix our water supply but also make the system work better and last longer.
They even told us how to keep the system safe in the future, such as putting in a surge protector to stop electrical damage and checking the pressure switch every year.
Local Knowledge Is Important, Too
It makes a great difference to hire someone who knows the water levels and land in Watertown, CT. We talked to a neighbor who hired a local contractor and got a system that wasn’t set up for the depth of their well. On the other hand, L&P Plumbing is local and knows how the water systems in this area work.
When we told the technician that, he smiled and replied, “That’s why we only take jobs we know we can do well.”
That made us feel better, which isn’t something you receive with just any contractor.
How Much It Cost and How Much It Was Worth
No one likes to pay for a big repair on their property. But we were pleasantly delighted that our well pump replacement in Watertown didn’t cost as much as we thought it would. L&P Plumbing gave us a clear quotation, went over what was included, and even helped us figure out our warranty choices.
In retrospect, it was worth every cent. We don’t have to worry about the water pressure every time we turn on a faucet anymore.
Don’t wait until you’re completely out of water if you’re having trouble with your water pressure or think your well pump might be failing. With professional, reliable service, a firm like L&P Plumbing can help you get ahead of the problem. Believe me, it’s better to take action now than to wake up one day with dry taps.