What to Know before Buying a Water Tank for Your Water Well

As the proud owner of a private water well on your Hamburg property, you’re probably familiar with the sea of information that comes with maintaining your water well system. It can be overwhelming, especially when choosing the right water tank for your home. At Ackerson Pump Company, we’re here to help you navigate the information. Here’s a basic guide to help you pick the right water tank for your home.

6 Things You Can Do Each Year to Maintain Your Water Well

If you’re one of the 43 million Americans with well water, chances are you know a thing or two about what it takes to maintain your water well. But here’s the kicker- most people have never had a well inspection or followed a checklist to maintain their system. Sadly, neglecting yearly maintenance can put the quality of your water supply at risk. At Ackerson Pump Company, we’ve been offering water well service to the Hamburg area since 1969. We understand … Continued

What Is a Submersible Pump?

If you have a sump pump in your basement, then you are probably familiar with submersible pumps. But that’s not the only application for submersible pumps. It’s important to note the difference between pump types and make the right decision on a water pump based on your specific needs. And when it comes time to install a new pump, you can trust Ackerson Pump Company to provide expert service with quality products and speedy installation.

How to Care for Your Water Pump

Your home’s plumbing depends on a working water pump. Therefore, you want to take good care of it so it can stay in good condition. The last thing you want is to go to the faucet or step in the shower only to discover you have no running wanter. To keep your water pump in good shape, consider these tips from our crew at Ackerson Pump Company.

What to Do in a Water Pump Emergency

You get up early to make sure you have everything done before you have to head out the door. The kids (or perhaps your cute and ever-faithful feline) are still snoozing, leaving you just enough time to get a quick shower before lunches have to be packed or that first email needs to be sent. You climb into the shower and turn the knob—nothing happens. You crank it up even more, but not more than a few drips come out. … Continued

How Often Should I Have My Water Tank Serviced?

At Ackerson Pump Company, we get a lot of questions from our customers about keeping their water tanks in top working condition. Like our customers, you want to keep your water tank running well to avoid costly repairs or a complete replacement. Part of that equation is preventative maintenance from our qualified crew.

Is It Time for Water Pump Replacement?

You’ve been delaying the inevitable for a while now, just hoping your water pump issues would go away on their own or that a simple repair job would keep it going. However, you think your water pump may finally be on its way out. Is it time for water pump replacement?

Schedule a New Home Water Tank Inspection

When you’re buying a new home, you want to make sure you know what you’re purchasing—especially if the home has had previous occupants or is an older home. Most people opt for a home inspection that checks out the basic condition of the house. However, if the home has a water tank that’s several years old, you may want to make an purchase offer that is also contingent on a water tank inspection or water tank replacement.

3 Little-Known Water Pump Facts

Most Sussex County homeowners don’t give a second thought to their water pumps until something goes wrong and they call our team at Ackerson Pump Company. However, proper use and knowledge of a water pump can help you take care of it and extend its life. Consider these lesser-known water pump facts and how they might help you make the most of your home’s water pump system. 1. A water pump is not one-size-fits-all. Each home has its own unique … Continued

Signs It’s Time for Water Pump Replacement

If your home has a water pump, you have probably been leery of the day when water pump replacement would be in order. You may be wondering just how to know when it’s time. Well, don’t stress. We at Ackerson Pump Company want to pass along a few signs that you may need water pump replacement.