American Pump and Drilling Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Olympia’

5 Signs Your Well Pump Needs Professional Repair

Monday, July 14th, 2025

A residential well pump is the heart of your home’s private water system, working tirelessly to supply water for drinking, bathing, and other daily tasks. But like any mechanical system, it can experience wear and tear over time.

Catching early signs of trouble can help prevent complete pump failure and costly water interruptions. If you’re noticing any of the following issues, it may be time to call a professional for well pump repair.

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5 Essential Plumbing Tips for the Next Heatwave

Monday, June 23rd, 2025

When a heatwave strikes, it can take a serious toll, not just on your comfort and energy bill, but on your home’s plumbing system as well. High temperatures can increase water usage, strain appliances, and contribute to waste if you’re not careful. Fortunately, a few smart plumbing strategies can help you conserve water, avoid problems, and stay cool when the temperature climbs. Here are five effective plumbing tips to help you beat the heat while protecting your home and saving resources.

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A 7-Point Checklist to Consider Before Investing in Professional Well Drilling

Monday, May 26th, 2025

If you live in a rural or remote area, having your own water well can be a reliable and sustainable way to access clean water. But well drilling is far more complex than just punching a hole in the ground. Before you call a professional, understanding the key elements of the process can help you make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes. Here are seven crucial aspects of professional well drilling every homeowner should consider.

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Professional Water Testing: A Great Choice for Homeowners

Monday, May 12th, 2025

For millions of households across the country that rely on private wells, water quality isn’t just a matter of convenience—it’s a vital concern for health, safety, and peace of mind. Unlike municipal water systems, which are regulated and regularly tested by public agencies, private wells are the sole responsibility of the homeowner. That means ensuring your water is clean, safe, and free from contaminants falls entirely on your shoulders.

This is where professional water testing becomes not just beneficial, but essential.

Our team can provide fast and effective water testing. Then, we can design a water treatment system to install that will keep your water safe, clean, and drinkable for the foreseeable future.

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Professional Well Decommissioning: Preserving the Environment

Monday, April 28th, 2025

When a water well has reached the end of its service life, simply abandoning it is not an option. Unused or improperly sealed wells pose serious threats to the environment, especially to local groundwater supplies that communities rely on for drinking, irrigation, and industry.

Professional well decommissioning plays a crucial role in protecting these valuable resources and the broader ecosystem for future generations.

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The Power of Professional Inspection: Why a Well Pump Might Need a Pro’s Input

Monday, March 10th, 2025

For homeowners who rely on a well for their water supply, maintaining a well pump is essential for ensuring consistent water flow and preventing unexpected breakdowns. If your well pump is aging, routine inspections by a professional contractor become even more critical.

While some well pump issues may seem minor, they can quickly escalate into costly well pump repairs in Olympia, or even complete system failures if left unchecked. Here’s why professional well pump maintenance and repairs should be a priority for anyone with an older system.

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Do You Have a Troubled Pump? 5 Signs It Needs Attention

Monday, February 24th, 2025

A well pump is an essential component of many homes, providing a reliable source of water from underground wells. Because this system is often hidden away from everyday view, it’s easy to overlook potential issues until a problem becomes severe.

Recognizing early signs of disrepair can save you time, money, and stress down the road. Here are some warning signs that your well pump might be in trouble and why it’s crucial to invest in well pump repair in Olympia.

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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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