Jet pump service in Licking County, OH
Jet pumps sit above ground, in the basement or a well house, and they have their own set of problems.
A jet pump sits in the house or a well house and pulls water up from the well. It is easier to reach than a submersible, but it can lose prime, run noisily or run constantly when its parts wear.
Older houses in Licking County often have jet pumps. Changing from a jet pump to a submersible, or the reverse, is listed in OAC 3701-28-01 as a repair, not an alteration.
Service, repair or change over. We tell you which makes sense for the age of the pump and the depth of the well.
Common jet pump problems
- Loss of prime: the pump runs but delivers no water.
- Noisy running or vibration.
- Runs constantly without building pressure.
- Leaks at the pump body or fittings.
- Old and worn: repeated repairs on equipment near the end of its life.
Jet Pump Service: questions, answered
Should I switch from a jet pump to a submersible?
It depends on the well and the equipment. The rule definition treats the change as a repair; ask for both options priced in the estimate.
Why does my jet pump keep losing prime?
Air leaks on the suction side, a worn check valve or a low water level are common causes. A diagnosis identifies which one.
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