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Common questions
Why does my sprinkler pump run but not water the lawn?
Most often it has lost prime: air got into the suction side through a leak, a cracked fitting or a failing check or foot valve. A clogged intake screen or worn impeller can do the same.
My pump hums but doesn't start. What does that mean?
Usually a failed start capacitor or a stuck motor. Switch it off at the breaker so it doesn't overheat, then call.
Why are my driveway and walls stained orange?
Iron in shallow well water. It doesn't mean the pump is failing, but iron and sediment can wear pumps and clog valves. Aim heads away from hard surfaces and ask about treatment options.
What is short cycling?
The pump switches on and off every few seconds. It's usually a pressure tank that has lost its air charge or a small leak, and it shortens pump life.
Do watering restrictions apply to my private well?
Yes. St. Johns River Water Management District watering days cover private wells and pumps too. Reclaimed water is the exception.
Can lightning kill a well pump?
Yes. Central Florida gets a lot of lightning, and surges regularly take out capacitors, switches, control boxes and motors.
How long should a well pump last?
Often around 8 to 15 years. Short cycling, sand, iron and surges can cut that short.
Jet pump or submersible: which do I have?
If the pump sits above ground beside the house, it's a jet or centrifugal pump on a shallow well. If you only see a well cap and wiring, the pump is down in the well: a submersible.
Is my well water safe to drink?
Pump contractors don't test water quality. The Florida Department of Health in Brevard County advises private well owners on testing, especially after flooding.
Do you drill new wells?
No. We cover pumps, tanks, switches and controls on existing wells.