Maine winters are hard on well systems. When temperatures drop below freezing, an exposed pressure tank, pump, or pipe can freeze and cut off your water, and frozen pipes can burst, turning a simple problem into flooding. If you've lost water in the cold, treat it as urgent.
What to do right now
- Shut off the main water valve in case a pipe has already burst.
- Add gentle heat with a space heater or heat lamp. Never use an open flame.
- Open a faucet so water can flow once it thaws and to relieve pressure.
- If you can't find or reach the frozen spot, call a pro before pipes burst.
How to prevent a frozen well system
- Insulate the pressure tank, pipes, and any above-ground well components.
- Add heat tape to vulnerable pipes.
- Keep the well/pump house or basement above freezing.
- Make sure the pitless adapter sits below the frost line.
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