5 Signs Your Well Is Running Dry

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5 Signs Your Well Is Running Dry

Ruan Marinho • Aug 15, 2021

Waking up to a dry well can be startling. Usually, a modern well tapping into a good aquifer can supply you and your loved ones with top-quality water for generations. However, due to different factors, such as frequent dry spells, it may run dry.

So, what warning signs should you look out for?

5 Warning Signs Your Well Is Running Dry

A drying well can show numerous signs to the owner, although some are challenging to identify. Below are 5 signs your well is running dry:

Sputtering Faucets. While it’s normal for faucets to make spitting sounds when you open them, it can be a warning sign. If you notice it’s happening more often, you need to check the water level.

Muddy Water. Low water level causes disturbance of sediments at the bottom of the well. This causes them to swirl up the pump, supplying muddy water.

Reduced Water Pressure. If your water pressure reduces while the pressure tank and pipes are in good condition, a dwindling water supply may be the cause.

Pump Running Longer. A dwindling water supply stresses the pump to build up pressure and draw water out. Consequently, the pump runs longer to ensure the tank is full and retains water pressure.

Slow Water Well Recovery After Heavy Use. If you notice that the water well is taking longer than usual to recover after watering the lawn, you need to check the water level.

What Should You Do if Your Well Is Drying?

Before you take any action, it is recommended that you consult with a professional first. They will advise you on the way forward, depending on your situation. Below are some actions you are likely to engage in:

Cleaning the sediments
Deepening the well
Digging a new well
Lowering the pump

When to Hire a Professional

Some situations demand professional assistance, for instance, when water is trapped in the rocks. In such a case, a process referred to as hydrofracking is required to open the rocks so you can get enough water supply.

Contact Mosman Well Works for Superior Well Services

At Mosman Well Works, we prioritize our clients’ needs. We help our clients in Greater Waterbury all over Connecticut to install, repair, replace, and inspect well water systems. So, whether you need a new well or have problems with an existing one, contact your Connecticut well expert today!

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