Water well resources
Straight answers to common well and pump problems.
Use these guides to understand what common symptoms may mean and what to check next. If the water is completely out, the breaker keeps tripping, or the system seems unsafe, call West Winds first.
My well water smells like sulfur
Learn the hot-and-cold test, what hydrogen sulfide can mean, when bacteria or treatment should be checked, and when to schedule diagnostics.
No water from your well
Use a quick symptom triage path for power, pressure switch, pump controls, pressure tank, frozen lines, and well output problems.
Low well water pressure
Pressure loss can come from filters, leaks, tanks, switches, pump wear, sediment, or changing well conditions. This guide helps sort the signals.
Well pump short cycling
A pump that starts and stops too often can point to pressure tank, switch, leak, check valve, control, or pump sizing problems.
How long does a well pump last?
Understand how sediment, duty cycle, pressure-system parts, maintenance, and pump age affect repair or replacement decisions.
Winter well maintenance
Prepare for freezing temperatures, storms, backup power, difficult well access, and spring inspection before the season gets rough.
Well water testing and treatment
Know when to test for bacteria, what odor or staining can signal, and how to decide between sanitation, filtration, treatment, and diagnostics.
How these guides are built
Understand the problem before deciding what to do.
Start with the problem you are seeing. Each guide explains the likely causes, the checks that are safe to make, and when it is time for diagnostics, repair, maintenance, or a direct call.
Next step
Tell us what is happening with your well or pump.
Whether you need a repair, are planning a new well, or simply have questions, call or email West Winds. We will help you figure out the next step.