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This question comes up all the time. The average life expectancy of a sump pump is 7-10 years. However, this depends on many different factors. How often the pump runs, debris in the water, the quality of the pump, and insufficient voltage are a few of the factors that can affect the life of your pump.The table below lists common troubleshooting symptoms, probable causes, and corrective actions. You will see a few causes that will indicate that it is probably time to replace your...

It’s a great time to sell your home if you live in the San Diego area. The median home price recently peaked at its highest point in over a decade. Lots of potential buyers and fewer homes for sale has led to a seller’s market in the area. To make the most of this change in the housing market, local homeowners can boost their property value by making a few home improvements. Of course, many homeowners have so many project ideas that they’re uncertain where to start. Sound familiar? If so, it’s...

How do I choose the right pump for my system? To size a pump correctly you will need to determine your required flow rate and the amount of lift required. Flow rate: The volume of water that travels through the pump in a given time (measured in gallons per minute or GPM). Lift: The amount of lift required is referred to as Total Dynamic Head (TDH). Determine Flow Rate: There are a number of different methods to determine the desired flow rate. The key to selecting the right size pump is to...

The static water level in a well is the depth of the water under normal conditions. It is best measured when a well has not been pumped for several hours. How Do I Measure My Static Water Level? I have outlined a few of the methods below. Electric Water Level SounderThe level sounder cable is lowered into the well until the signal device indicates that a closed circuit has occurred. The circuit closes when the probe and sensor at the end of the cable reaches water. Wetted TapeThis method is...

The starting and stopping of a well water pump is typically controlled by a pressure switch similar to the one shown below. The switch is preset with both the cut-on and cut-off pressure. The cut-on pressure is the low pressure that starts the pump and the cut-off pressure is the high pressure that turns off the pump. You may be looking to increase pressure for one of the following reasons: the preset range does not provide satisfactory pressure when the water reaches your home, your...