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For this blog, I am specifically writing about residential submersible well pump systems that use variable speed drives to achieve constant pressure.The short answer to the opening question, Maybe. But most likely Not. Are VFD’s more efficient? No, not even close. A pump is much less efficient at slower speeds and also when it is operating outside the recommended range. Most in home applications require less than 2 to 3 gpm and thus would be very inefficient. A conventional pump system runs 1...

This friendly, transplanted New Yorker brings a "Git er done" attitude to his duties at R.C. Worst & Co. A typical day may find Joe pulling and repairing well or sewer pumps or maybe, installing new motor controls. From electrical to plumbing he brings a variety of expertise and skills that make him a valuable member of the service team. When Joe arrives at a location you will see a concerted and focused effort made to complete the job in a timely fashion and leave the area as he found it. At...

We have all heard the story of the contractor that shows up to do a job, takes your money, tears up your personal property, and never comes back. Nobody wants their construction project to become a horror story they will never forget. No matter if your project is big or small the correct contractor for the job always makes the projects go smoothly. PRO TIP: It is always a good idea to ask friends, family, or a local supplier for a recommendation for a reputable contractor that does the kind of...

No one wants their equipment to break down. Especially in the winter. Starting today you can do these 10 simple things to ensure your vehicle is in good condition for the winter months. Every vehicle handles differently on snowy and icy surfaces. Take time to know your vehicle and how it operates. Keep yourself and others safe by following these 10 steps for winter vehicle operations. Let your vehicle warm up. Fluids, hoses, and wires, need to be warm to transfer energy to the needed...

Construction often starts with the clearing of land in preparation for new homes and buildings. This almost always results in the removal of trees and grass, and their roots, that hold precious soils together. The result is often that dirt and rocks can be carried away by storm waters via runoff. The Idaho Panhandle has an educational program, known as SEEP (Stormwater & Erosion Education Program), to certify any person working near Idaho’s lakes, streams, and receiving waters. It is designed...