3 Tips To Avoid Losing Use Of Your Water Well This Winter

This winter, it is probably very important to you to make sure that you and your family have constant access to the water from your well. However, freezing temperatures and power outages can cause problems. These are a few tips that can help you ensure that you and your family maintain a supply of water this winter, even if conditions are less than ideal.

1. Make Sure Your Well and Pump are in Good Shape

First of all, before the coldest winter weather strikes, it's a good idea to have someone come out and take a look at your well and pump. Make sure that all of your pipes are insulated, for one thing. If your well pump is installed underground, make sure that the hole is sealed up properly to help protect it from winter weather conditions. Having someone come out to check out your entire well system and make necessary repairs can help you ensure that your well is a reliable source of water during the winter and beyond.

2. Invest in a Generator

In the event of a power outage, you will lose access to your water well. Unfortunately, power outages can and do happen during bad winter storms. If this occurs, then you could find yourself scrambling for a water source. One good option is to have a generator on hand. Also, make sure that you stock up on plenty of fuel for the generator. Then you can use your generator to power your water well pump in the event of a power outage, which can help you avoid interrupted use of your water well.

3. Store Extra Water in Your Home

Lastly, it's always a good idea to store extra water in your home, particularly during the winter months, when there is the increased possibility of power outages or freezing pipes preventing you from being able to use your water well. Consider filling up gallon-sized containers with fresh water and storing them in your refrigerator or pantry. Then, if you find yourself unable to use the water from your water well, you will have  water available to you.

As you can see, if you are concerned about losing use of your water well this winter, there are a few things that you can do to be prepared. If you follow these well maintenance tips, you can help ensure that you and your family have access to the water that you need all winter long.