Posted: January 31, 2024
Millions of homeowners throughout the United States rely on a private well to provide their properties with high-quality, fresh water. Water wells are crucial for properties in rural areas where access to a public water supply is not available. There are numerous benefits to owning a well; you don’t have to pay a water bill each month, you don’t have to worry about potential disruptions from a municipal service provider, and because the…Keep Reading
Posted: January 15, 2024
Suppose you own a private well in North Florida. Maybe you moved out of the city into a more rural setting to escape urban sprawl, and you now find yourself the proud owner of a property with its own well water system. Perhaps this is the first time you have a private water well, or you’ve relied on a well to supply your home with water for most of your life. No matter…Keep Reading
Posted: December 13, 2023
As the coldest weather of the year approaches, this winter season is the ideal time to check in on your well water system. While Northern Florida residents may not experience heavy snowfall during winter, outdoor air temperatures and ground temperatures can drop substantially. Do you know how cold weather can negatively affect your private well? If your well pump and pipes experience freezing or below-freezing temperatures, your system can become subject to severe…Keep Reading
Posted: November 28, 2023
If you’re a homeowner in North Florida and your property has a well water system, you might experience certain well problems come winter. Private wells are typically drilled or bored deep into the earth, below the frost line, which averages 32-48 inches. Among the two most popular types of well pumps used are deep well pumps, which are located close to the bottom of the water well, and jet pump, which draws water…Keep Reading
Posted: November 15, 2023
Cold temperatures and winter weather are notorious for causing problems for homeowners. This is particularly common in states that receive snowfall, but it’s also true for North Florida residents. Florida usually experiences light frosts during the winter, when the temperature doesn’t fall too far below freezing for long. For homeowners or business owners who rely on a private well to provide their property with high-quality water, cold weather can create complications that may…Keep Reading