A submersible pump sits deep inside your well casing, underwater, and pushes water up to your home. Most deep wells in Bangor use one. Because it's down the well, diagnosing and replacing it is a job for a pro with the right equipment.
Signs your submersible pump is failing
- No water, or pressure that fades then dies
- Sputtering air from faucets
- Pump runs but little or no water reaches the house
- Sandy or cloudy water
- Tripping breaker when the pump kicks on
Repair or replace?
Some problems (wiring, the control box, a capacitor, the pressure switch) are repairs that don't need the pump pulled at all. But if the motor itself has gone and the pump is well over 8 years old, replacing it is usually the smarter spend, since a new one lasts 8 to 15 years.
What it costs
Submersible pump replacement typically runs $900-$2,500+ depending on well depth and horsepower. See the full well pump repair cost guide.
How the job works
The technician disconnects power, pulls the drop pipe and pump from the casing, installs the new pump and any worn fittings, lowers it back, and restores pressure, usually in about half a day. Request submersible pump service in Bangor or read about jet vs submersible pumps.