water well

4 Tips to Prevent Bacteria Contamination in Your Water Well

If you own a water well in the Bergen County area, preventing bacterial contamination is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family’s health. While the natural environment is teeming with bacteria, drinking water contaminated with certain harmful types can lead to illness. At Ackerson Pump Company, we care deeply about keeping your water clean and safe. Let’s take a look at how to tell if you have harmful bacteria in your well and what … Continued

Moving Into a New Home? Don’t Overlook a Water Well Inspection

If you’re ready to buy a new home in the Bergen County area, congratulations! In the midst of the excitement, though, you probably have a lot of tasks to check off on your home-buying to-do list. At Ackerson Pump Company, we’ll help make the process easy. We offer vital water well inspections before you move into your new property. After all, you want to make sure the water supply is safe and can meet the demands of your household. Here’s … Continued

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.

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

Well Inspection in Bergen County

You recently purchased a new home in Bergen County, NJ, and you’re so excited to start putting your own touches on it. However, before you start setting up your nest, it’s a good idea to make sure everything is in good running order—including your water well. Often, you don’t get a thorough well inspection with your home inspection, so it’s wise of you to go the extra mile and check things out. The good news is that getting a well … Continued

Choose the Right Pump Size for Optimal Water Supply

When you shop, getting the right size matters. If you miscalculate, then you’re stuck with a shoe that pinches your toes or pants that don’t stay up. It’s a similar situation for your home’s water system—all of the parts need to be the right size for your family’s needs. If not, you may run out of water—a result much more upsetting than any ill-fitting clothing. Below are some tips that will help you estimate the right “measurements” for your water … Continued

Well Water Tests And Water Well Inspections

More and more homeowners have looked into getting their drinking water from a private water well, rather than a public water system. Although private systems have many benefits, it is important to remember having private water wells mean that it is your responsibility to ensure the water is safe to drink. The following are common questions regarding testing the drinking water from water wells.