When your water well stops working, do you know what to do? You might have a leak, a pressure problem, or another issue causing your home to be without water. One way to assess the situation is to get a pressure system inspection. To ensure you are prepared for when the technicians arrive, here’s what you should know about these inspections. 

What Are Pressure System Inspections?

A pressure system inspection will include a pumping test. The well expert will use pressure gauges and a flow meter to see if your water system is moving enough water to match the lowest requirements. They’ll also assess the inside of your well to look for potential causes of low pressure like leaks or corrosion. The technician will inspect all the parts of your well to ensure they are up to code and might test for contaminants in the water, like radon and arsenic, that could negatively affect the water quality.

When the well expert leaves they’ll send the tests off to the lab and, upon receiving the results, will share what they’ve found. Through this process, you’ll learn about the condition of your well, if the pressure is causing problems, and whether everything is properly within the law for safe operation.

When Should You Schedule Them?

Your pressure system inspection will include the above and might take several hours to complete. It’s a good idea to schedule these appointments once a year to ensure your well and pump are in great shape, but don’t hesitate to call 24-hour emergency services if you turn on the faucets and nothing comes out. They'll send a staff member out to address the problem as quickly as possible so that you can get back to regular water use.

Pressure system inspections are an important part of regular maintenance for residential water treatment. Keep your well service log on hand so you can offer it to the technician upon arrival. To schedule an inspection appointment, contact Well Pros Pump & Well Drilling Services in Holmen, WI. This family-owned and -operated company serves the Greater La Crosse area with their well-trained, efficient team of drilling experts. Visit their website or call (608) 526-4900 today to learn more about their services.