American Pump and Drilling Blog: Archive for the ‘Water Line’ Category

3 Different Types of Water Treatment Systems: And Why They’re a Good Investment

Monday, December 16th, 2024

Every home deserves high-quality water. I think we can all agree on that point, regardless of where you live or your specific budget. Nobody deserves to be forced to drink bottled water or use hard water for showers and laundry because that’s just the natural state of their water. These things can be changed and we’re huge proponents of water treatment that’s effective and affordable.

However, many people have trouble differentiating the different water treatment systems in Shelton, WA. We offer many options, from water conditioners to water filters. So, let’s talk about three unique systems, how they work, and why they’re so valuable for your home.

Make sure you work with a licensed professional for the installation and maintenance of your home water treatment system. These units go through a large volume of water and they require steady support to work as effectively as possible.

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A Guide to Well Decommissioning: Protecting Our Water Resources

Monday, November 25th, 2024

Wells are where we access groundwater, which is an essential resource for not only our lifestyles but our planet. Many plants and creatures alike depend on groundwater resources to stay alive.

This is also a vital part of what makes Olympia so gorgeous and such an amazing place to live–our access to natural beauty is unmatched. But that natural beauty must be treated well in order for it to continue living alongside us, and well decommissioning in Olympia is one major part of that.

An incorrectly decommissioned well can be a disaster for the local environment, not only incurring large legal fees, but also damaging local plant life and harming the wildlife we adore so much. Let’s talk about some of the dangers that come with improper well decommissioning.

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The Definitive Guide to Water Testing: What It Can Show You

Monday, November 11th, 2024

Water testing sounds like a great idea, doesn’t it? If it were free, it would be something that everyone would probably do, like exercise or brushing your teeth. Testing allows customers to find out exactly what’s in their water, from contaminants to harmless minerals, and it lets us plan accordingly. Unfortunately, this service is more extensive than most small tests and it’s not free.

But it’s not as expensive as the problems that can result from having untested, unhealthy water.

Our team prides itself on being a font of knowledge and authority when it comes to water quality and water treatment solutions in Olympia. If you’re interested in learning about the quality of your water, or finding out more about potential contaminants in your water, then make sure you request a water test today.

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Science September: How Does a Well Pump Actually Work?

Monday, September 9th, 2024

Welcome to Science September! This is the month where we’re going to break down some of the most important services we offer and help customers understand how they work. We aren’t going to go too deep, since there’s only so much teaching we can do online in a blog post–but we’ll hopefully help our customers learn about some of the intricate ins and outs of well drilling, well pumps, and water quality systems.

Today’s topic? Well pumps, how they work, what they are, and why they’re such incredible pieces of modern technology. With just a little bit of electricity and the flip of a switch, you can get access to an immense amount of groundwater that’s right below your feet.

Let’s talk about how this system works and why they’re good at what they do.

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How Well Drilling Works: A Complete Breakdown

Monday, July 22nd, 2024

Wells are vital to the infrastructure and livability of our towns. Many places don’t have access to flowing freshwater like lakes and rivers, but there can be plenty of water located underground. Depending on where you live or the unique terrain of your property, you might have plenty of groundwater that can be accessed by a well.

But wells need to be drilled, and the process can get complicated. For well water drilling in Shelton, we recommend calling for a professional every time. But if you’d like to know why a professional is such a wise investment, then keep reading.

We’ll cover everything you might want to know about well drilling–how it works, the process behind it, and why you might want to hire someone to do it for you.

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When Well Decommissioning Is Vital: 4 Facts About Old Wells

Monday, June 3rd, 2024

Wells should never be left to the elements when they become unusable or abandoned. Just like an old construction site, they need to be cleaned up and the ecosystem needs to be allowed to return to what it was before we were there.

This isn’t just for environmental reasons, but it can help reduce costs in the future and contributes to cleaner water for everyone in the area. Well decommissioning in Lacey is a tricky subject and one that we’d like to clear up with our customers.

If you think your old well needs to be decommissioned, or if you’ve got an abandoned well on your property that was left without decommissioning, then you should call us and continue reading this blog.

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Treat Your Water the Right Way: Better Results With Water Purification

Monday, May 6th, 2024

Many people are starting to understand the benefits of water filtration and purification. If it can be done with our air using UV light, then it can certainly be done with our water. That being said, this is not a job that can be easily done on your own.

Don’t worry, we’ll be the first people to tell you when a trip to the hardware store and a little bit of elbow grease can be the solution to your problem. But when it comes to well water treatment systems in Tenino, only a team of licensed professionals have the tools, experience, and knowledge to accurately remove contaminants from your water supply.

What’s the problem with DIY water treatment and how can professional experience help you? That’s what we aim to discuss in our blog today.

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Well Pumps: How They Work and Why They’re So Useful

Monday, April 22nd, 2024

We talk a lot about well pumps on our blog. This makes sense, since they’re complex machines that we work on regularly. But to many of our customers, they seem like magic.

Well, this blog post is going to help dispel any myths or rumors you might have heard about these systems. We hope to explain how well pumps work, why they’re so useful, and even give you a few tips on how you can schedule proper well pump installation in Shelton.

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Experience and Expertise: Choosing the Right Well Drilling Professional

Monday, April 8th, 2024

Well drilling isn’t something you purchase every few years. That’s why you’ll want to have a team on your side that handles this request without any hesitations.

There are two main things that separate the good well drilling contractors in Rochester from the great ones–experience and expertise. These are two incredibly nuanced qualities that can go very deep depending on how much you ask your prospective contractor. We want to make sure that customers have the right questions to ask in case they’re trying to get the most for their money.

Down below, we’ll cover how you can tell that you’ve hired a well drilling contractor who has the right amount of experience for your job, as well as the kind of honed-in expertise that will get it done effectively.

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Reasons to Consider a Well Pump Installation

Monday, March 25th, 2024

Well pumps don’t seem like a purchase that a homeowner would consider very often. They’re similar to other plumbing systems, like water heaters, that are usually only thought about once in a while.

But when you do start contemplating whether you need a well pump installation in Olympia, that’s when you’re confronted with a lot of new information. How are you supposed to know where to start? Who is a prime candidate for a new well pump installation and who should weigh their options?

As your local team of well pump experts, we’d like to discuss some of the reasons a homeowner might consider getting a new well pump installed or upgrading their old one. After reading this, you can always call our team for additional questions, concerns, or if you’d like to get started with the process. We’re happy to help!

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