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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

5 Helpful Facts about Water Wells: A Basic Guide

Picture this: After years of dreaming of this day, you’re standing in front of your new Hamburg home. Then you realize that along with the serene countryside comes a water well system, which is new to you. At Ackerson Pump Company, we’ve offered water well service to homeowners just like you for over 50 years and can help you learn the basics of water well care. Here’s what you should know about water wells.

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

3 Questions to Ask Your Well Inspector

If you own a Sussex County home that has a water well, you probably know that it’s a good idea to have your well and water tank inspected regularly. Our recommendation at Ackerson Pump Company is to first check your water tank’s manufacturer recommendations for regular service. They usually include good directions for home owners, but if that isn’t clear (or you lost the manual a long time ago), try to have your well and tank inspected at least every … Continued

3 Reasons To Choose Ackerson Pump Company

Your home needs a new water tank or submersible well pump. However, you know that if it isn’t done right, you could open your home up to a host of potential damage or ongoing issues. You want to choose a company that specializes in all things water pumps and water tanks and who also has a solid reputation in the community—and rightly so. If we just described you, we think you’ve come to the right place here at Ackerson Pump Company. … Continued

Why Choose a Submersible Pump?

Your water pump is on the fritz. However, one trip to the local home improvement store overwhelms you with the number of options available. A submersible pump catches your eye, but how do you know whether this pump is best? Don’t stress. Let’s discover what a submersible pump even is and why some homeowners choose this type of pump. A submersible water pump is a single-unit, self-contained well pump that installers place directly into the water well. You can find … Continued

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

How to Hire a Well Inspector

Wouldn’t it be great if you could just pick any well inspection company and trust that they know what they’re doing with your water tank or well pump? Unfortunately, not all well inspectors provide the same level of customer service and attention to detail. So how can you choose between the quality inspectors and the “not-so-much”? Ackerson Pump Company of New Jersey has five suggestions for how to hire a good well inspector for your next water tank or water … Continued

What To Expect at Water Tank Service

When was the last time you had your water tank serviced? (Have you ever had a professional take a look at your water tank?) To keep your water tank functioning properly, we at Ackerson Pump Company of Sussex, NJ recommend that you have your tank serviced every two to three years. Here’s what you can expect during your water tank service appointment.

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.