A Well Maintenance Schedule for Homes Around North Canton

What you can check yourself

Homeowners can handle a few simple checks that catch problems early. None require opening electrical equipment or the well itself.

Monthly

Glance at the pressure gauge while water runs. It should rise and fall smoothly between the same two numbers each time. Listen for the pump starting and stopping; rapid clicking means trouble. Note any change in taste, smell, color or clarity.

A few times a year

Walk out to the well head. The cap should be tight and undamaged, the casing should stick up above the ground, and soil should slope away from it. Keep mulch, firewood, chemicals and fertilizer away from the area. Check around the pressure tank and fittings for drips or rust.

Every year

Have the water tested for bacteria, and for other contaminants if anything has changed. Your county health department or a certified lab can help. Replace sediment filter cartridges on schedule, and keep softener salt topped off if you have one.

What a professional checkup covers

An annual or every-other-year service visit goes beyond what is practical for most owners. It is the best way to spot a part that is wearing before it fails on a holiday weekend.

• Pressure tank air charge measured and adjusted
• Pressure switch contacts inspected and cut-in and cut-out pressures verified
• Pump amperage measured and compared with the motor's rating
• Check valve and relief valve operation confirmed
• Well cap, vent and electrical connections at the well head inspected
• Run times and cycle frequency observed during sustained use

Signs a pump is getting old

Pumps rarely fail without warning. Pressure that takes longer to recover after a shower, a pump that runs noticeably longer to fill the tank, and a rising electric bill can all mean the pump is losing efficiency. Motor amperage that has crept up over time is another clue we look for during checkups. Air spitting from faucets, new sediment or a pump that trips its breaker are signs to call sooner rather than later.

A worn pump does not always need immediate replacement, but knowing where it stands lets you plan the expense instead of facing it on short notice. If pressure problems might come from the house rather than the well, our North Canton troubleshooting service can sort it out.

Habits that extend equipment life

The most important habit is avoiding short cycling. A pressure tank with the right air charge lets the pump run in longer, less frequent cycles, which is far easier on the motor. Fix running toilets and dripping faucets, since small constant leaks cause frequent starts. Hard water and iron wear on valves and fixtures, and a water softener in North Canton can help protect the system.

Our Residential Plumbing Maintenance Agreement, at $189 per year or $378 for three years, includes an annual inspection, priority service and 10% off labor and materials, which suits well owners who want a yearly checkup.

Repairs when they are needed

Every repair starts with a free estimate. You approve the specifications, we complete the work and finish with a quality inspection. Common repairs include pressure tanks, switches, check valves and pump replacement. Read more about pump and tank options on our county-wide well pump repair page.